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What Is Christmas Tree Syndrome? Causes, Symptoms And Prevention
Christmas
is
incomplete
without
a
tree.
The
twinkling
stars,
the
scent
of
a
pine
tree
and
shiny
ornaments
have
already
made
people
go
on
a
Christmas
mood.
While
people
are
busy
decorating
their
homes
with
a
Christmas
tree,
along
the
way,
a
common
type
of
mould
is
all
ready
to
reproduce
and
spread
allergies,
leading
to
a
condition
known
as
'Christmas
Tree
Syndrome'
(CTS).
[1]
What Is Christmas Tree Syndrome?
According to a study published in the journal Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, there are around 53 distinct kinds of mould present in around 28 types of Christmas trees, among which 70% of them are potentially harmful and responsible for triggering the allergic reaction. [2]
In short, CTS is a seasonal allergic reaction caused due to mould present in the Christmas tree. When the tree is brought inside the house, the allergen in it grows and multiply in the warm environment of the house causing mild to serious allergies to people who stays inside. The condition prevails once during the year but affects a large number of people and can be life-threatening in severe conditions.
Causes of Christmas Tree Syndrome
Out of 1 million fungi, there are around 80-100 genera responsible for mould allergy in people. The main mould responsible for CTS is Aspergillus, Alternaria, Cladosporium, and Penicillium. [3]
Usually, the mould does not cause harm when stays in Christmas trees but, when the tree is allowed at home during the Christmas season, they start growing at a faster rate due to the moist and warm environment inside the house.
When the mould multiplies, they cause respiratory allergies to people present in the house and if any of the family members have a weak immune system or other forms of allergies like asthma, hay fever or flu, they act as a secondary trigger and increases their symptoms.
Symptoms Of Christmas Tree Syndrome
Symptoms
of
CST
is
similar
to
flu,
hay
fever
or
other
allergies.
The
common
symptoms
of
CTS
are
as
follows:
[4]
- Wheezing
- Itchy nose
- Persistent cough
- Watery eyes
- Runny nose
- Chest pain
- Skin rashes
How To Prevent Christmas Tree Syndrome
- Use an artificial tree instead of a real Christmas tree.
- Even if you are bringing the real tree to home, first wash it thoroughly and let it dry.
- Place the Christmas tree in the cold corner of the house to prevent the growth of mould to some extent.
- Spray bleach to kill the harmful allergens.
- Place an air purifier in the same room where the Christmas tree is placed.
- Don't put the Christmas tree inside the house for more than 4-7 days.
- If you have asthma or serious allergy, keep your inhaler and nasal sprays always with you.
Note: When you feel the Christmas tree is making the symptoms worse, immediately place it outside the house and contact a medical expert.
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