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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.
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