Welcome to Adelaide! Have some pollen. We’ve got plenty of it.
South Australia’s warm, dry climate and extensive grasslands make Adelaide a hotspot for seasonal allergies, particularly during spring and early summer. Grass pollens, olive trees, plane trees and other introduced species all contribute to the city’s allergy burden, with pollen counts often peaking between September and December.
It’s important for people who experience allergies – especially itchy or watery eyes, a runny or blocked nose, sneezing or sinus headaches – to understand that pollen levels can vary significantly throughout the year. Different grasses and trees release pollen at different times, and many people are allergic to more than one species.
So how do you know if you have a pollen allergy?
Skin prick allergy testing (which we offer) remains the gold standard for diagnosing allergic disease and is the accepted standard of care throughout Australia. Allergy testing should be considered in anyone experiencing symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, a runny or blocked nose, wheezing, snoring, headaches, or itchy, red or dry skin.
People with asthma or eczema often benefit from identifying and managing underlying allergies, as these conditions commonly share the same allergic pathway, known as atopy.
I think I have a pollen allergy – what should I do?
It depends on your age and the severity of your symptoms.
For children, allergies to pollen, dust mites and mould can significantly increase the risk of sleep-disordered breathing, which may affect learning, concentration, behaviour and development. Understanding the triggers responsible for your child’s symptoms allows for better management and improved quality of life. We welcome children of all ages for assessment and testing.
Adults with mild seasonal allergies can often manage symptoms themselves. However, studies have shown that many Australians with environmental allergies remain dissatisfied with the impact these conditions have on their daily lives, affecting sleep, productivity, exercise and overall wellbeing.
If allergies are interfering with your quality of life, skin prick testing and a personalised management plan can help you better understand your triggers and take control of your symptoms.
Adults can often manage mild pollen allergies on their own. But in studies, more than 80% of Australian adults with pollen, dust and mould allergies weren’t satisfied with the impact those allergies had on their quality of life. If you’re among them, book online here and come see how we can help you live better!
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