Or maybe you spent more time blowing your nose thanputting your makeup onthis morning.
According to allergists, several factors could be at play.
But there are ways to keep the guilty parties in check.
Fortunately, he says, that over-full sensation starts to go away after a few moments upright.
What helps: Try adjusting theangle of your head with pillows.
Dr. Shyam suggests aiming for at least a 30-degree angle to help your nose drain.
director of allergy and immunology atWellNow Allergy
Thus, allergy symptoms (and any inflammation) tends to worsen over night, she says.
As a result, youll notice allergies more in the morning.
A morning run, anyone?
So, when youre lying down, your eyes and nose are (obviously) quite close to them.
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He notes sneezing rapidly first thing in the morning is an especially common sign.
More long-term, consider allergen immunotherapy.
Examples he lists include Nectarsprescription allergy dropsand allergy shots.
She alsorecommends vacuuming regularlyusing a vacuum that has a HEPA filter.
director of allergy and immunology atWellNow Allergy
Dry air or a lack of ventilation
Do you have your heater or A/C on at night?
That can unfortunately lead to dry air, Dr. Joshi says, which is common.
The dry air can irritate the nasal passages, causing them to become inflamed and congested, he explains.
More generally, shes a fan of Flonase, too.
If you try all these fixes and are still having problems, book an appointment with your doctor.
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