An “allergic reaction“ is an uncalled response of the immune system against an allergen it identifies as harmful for the body. The symptoms of an allergic reaction become visible in the form of rashes, swelling, etc which is caused by the release of histamine.
Would you believe that anaphylaxis, a fatal allergic reaction does not alone cost you your life but a series of actions that follow from an allergic reaction can lead to sudden deaths? For example, researchers opine that driving alongside sudden bouts of sneezing can cause accidents.
There are potential allergens that could stack up inside your car as well — windows, car mats, seats, etc. When your immune system responds to allergens like cat’s hair, dust mites or pollen in a car, how do you think you’d be managing the wheels and the constant wheezing or sneezing?
Tips for Avoiding Allergy Attacks in Vehicles
Listed below are some tips that can help you deal with allergens in your vehicle or car:
- Ensure that your vehicle is washed daily
- Ensure that your vehicle is dusted from the inside and the seat covers changed regularly
- Use a car air purifier that will keep the dust, pollen and fuel exhaust at bay
- Do not carry pets in your cars if you’re allergic to dander
- Keep your car windows closed if you suffer from pollen or spring allergies
- Avoid areas that are historically famous for pollen counts
- Some people are also known to be allergic to the materials used in the car seats; so select your car seats, covers, materials very carefully
Do you realize how dangerous it could be if you’re driving at the speed of about 100kmph on a highway and some allergen irritates the hell out of you? UK Automobile Association reveals that if you’re driving at 110kmph on a highway with wheezes or sneezes, then you could be closing your eyes to the next 90 meters of the road.
Do you know what that means — head on collision with anything coming within a huge distance of 90 meters! Sounds scary? Certainly, but you could deal with the situation safely if you could pull the brakes immediately. Also keep tissues and nebulizer at hand to manage the sneezing and wheezing!
