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Ear, News / October 29, 2025
By Brendan Hardy, MD & Sanjeev M. Balamohan, MD &
Fall is coming, which means ragweed is in the air — but you don’t have to suffer through it. At the Ear, Nose & Throat Center, a division of Midwest ENT, we’re here to help you breathe easier.
First, What Is Ragweed — And Why Should You Care?
Ragweed is a common weed found throughout much of the United States, especially in suburban to rural areas and open fields. Each plant can release billions of pollen grains into the air during late summer and early fall, making it one of the most potent seasonal allergy triggers.
For patients with allergic rhinitis (hay fever), ragweed pollen can cause symptoms such as:
Even if you don’t live near ragweed plants, its lightweight pollen can travel hundreds of miles on the wind — meaning almost no region is immune. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pollen exposure can worsen asthma and other respiratory conditions.
How We Can Help
At the Ear, Nose & Throat Center, we specialize in allergy testing to identify the right root causes, helping patients manage seasonal allergies through personalized care, and treatment plans. Understanding ragweed and its impact is the first step toward breathing easier this season.
Try this easy-to-remember plan to stay ahead of your symptoms:
P – Pre-medicate early Start your allergy meds 2 weeks before symptoms usually begin.
A – Avoid bringing pollen inside After outdoor time, remove shoes, shower, and change clothes.
C – Check the forecast
Stay indoors when pollen counts are high — your weather app is your friend!
E – Equip yourself for yard work Wear a pollen mask or ask someone else to handle outdoor chores.
📞 Call the Ear, Nose & Throat Center at 847-685-1000 to schedule an appointment today for allergy testing to ahead of ragweed season! We’re here to help you breathe easier.
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