Seasonal allergies in Texas affect millions. The beautiful climate of the Lone Star state makes it a place for plants to thrive. Unfortunately, that's bad news for allergy sufferers. As plants bloom, pollen can go airborne, causing many issues.

Allergic reactions can vary from person to person, but many experience itchy throats, watery eyes, stuffed-up sinuses and debilitating headaches. Allergies can affect you no matter where you live in Texas. However, San Antonio, McHallen and Houston are often considered the allergy capitals of the state. Here are some of the most problematic allergens that emerge in those cities and beyond.

Ragweed

Ragweed is a flowering plant that flourishes in Texas. It looks like an innocent enough weed. But a single one can produce one billion pollen grains! Ragweed multiplies quickly and can take over yards without maintenance in a single season. Multiply that billion pollen grains by a few thousand, and you can see why Ragweed is such a problem for Texans.

Grass

Grass can grow year-round in Texas. But between March and October, grass releases tiny pollen grains that travel miles in the wind. The pollen quickly spreads to fertilize other plants, and the grains are small enough to inhale. That's when allergic reactions occur.

Any grass species can cause problems. In Texas, the worst offenders are Bermuda grass, Ryegrass and Timothy grass.

Cedar Tree

Cedar pollen is such a problem in Texas that many citizens call allergies "cedar fever." These trees are gorgeous and are a valuable commodity for the state. But by winter, they can create allergies that make you want to stay indoors as much as possible.

Cedar trees release pollen during the colder months, adding to a time when many are already experiencing colds and flu. Throw allergic responses in the mix, and it can be a miserable time for those suffering from seasonal allergies in Texas.

If you suffer from allergies, exploring treatment methods is always a good idea. In addition to antihistamines and medication, explore immunotherapy. Immunotherapy can help allergy sufferers in the Lone Star state train their immune response, leading to fewer reactions with time.

Author Resource:-

Alester Brown is a certified immunotherapist. She advises people on personalized home allergy and skin treatment at home. You can find her thoughts at allergy care blog.