5 surprising allergy triggers
Watch out for these unexpected causes of allergy flare-ups.
Jan, 2026
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You might be quick to blame your spring allergy symptoms on pollen, or your year-round allergies on other usual suspects: mold, dust, or pet dander. But something else you might not expect could be the cause of your sneezing, wheezing, and even skin reactions. Watch out for these five surprising allergy triggers.
Written byMichael Gollust.
Medically reviewed byAnn Wendling, MD, MPH.
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