Feather Allergy: Is it common or rare?

One of the more common images of indoor allergies would be that of feather allergy. Imagine a group of children having a pillow fight, and one of the pillows breaks apart. The room is filled with feathers floating in the air, resulting in sneezing attacks among the children. This is the image that most of us think of when we think of feather allergy, so for that reason we believe that people with nasal allergies should avoid feather pillows.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Feather Allergy: Is it common or rare? One of the more common images of indoor allergies would be that of feather allergy. Imagine a group of children having a pillow fight, and one of the pillows breaks apart. The room is filled with feathers floating in the air, resulting in sneezing attacks among the children. This is the image that most of us think of when we think of feather allergy, so for that reason we believe that people with nasal allergies should avoid feather pillows. Daniel More, MD Allergies Expert Allergies to Feather Pillows and Down Comforters Most people with allergies opt for synthetic pillows rather than feather pillows. Is this the right thing to do? Should people with allergies, or children at risk for allergies, use synthetic pillows or feather pillows? How common is feather allergy? Find out the surprising answers to these questions and more. READ NOW Dust Mite Pillow Covers: Are they Worth the Cost? Avoidance of house dust mites (HDMs) is the first approach to the treatment of allergies caused by this allergen. Typical avoidance measures include frequent washing of bedding in hot water, regular vacuuming, and covering pillows and mattresses with dust mite covers (or dust mite casings) that are impermeable to HDMs. These dust mite covers act to trap HDMs inside the pillow and mattress, where they accumulate, away from the person with a HDM allergy. READ NOW Air Filters and Air Cleaners for Indoor Allergies Indoor allergens, such as pet dander, dust mites, and indoor mold are a major cause of allergy and asthma symptoms. People suffering from indoor allergies are typically exposed to these common indoor contaminants for long periods of time -- particularly at night when sleeping. When allergy testing shows the presence of allergies to indoor allergens, avoidance techniques are often tried first to reduce allergy symptoms from developing. READ NOW Featured Articles • Does Going to Bed Too Late Cause Weight Gain? • What Are The Worst Symptoms of Thyroid Disease? • How to Identify Normal Moles From Skin Cancer • 14 Technologies Seniors Should Use to Age in Place and Avoid the Home • Wake Up Refreshed or Go to Bed Relaxed with this Morning & Evening Yoga Workout • See What Marijuana Can Do for Your Fibromyalgia Pain • The 7 Best Things You Can Do to Relieve Belly Pain • The ABCDs of Melanoma Advertisement About Allergies  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Allergies newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.