Doctors Warn of Increased Airborne Allergens - WLNS TV 6 Lansing - Jackson | Your Local News Leader

Drought isn't the only concern outside. Those suffering from allergies may have noticed the effects.

"Some molds grow on plants and they release countless microscopic spores that are carried in the air and that air that people breathe into their airways and they are capable of causing allergic reactions," said Lawrence R. Hennessey, an M.D. Okemos Allergist.

Although we've seen little rain in Michigan this summer, the air hasn't necessarily been dry.

"I would say this summer's been a bit worse because of the very warm humid weather," said Hennessey.

A combination that's causing Lansing Allergist Satish Gupta's patients to have more intense allergy symptoms.

"It kind of tires them out. They have less energy, they get a lack of sleep, it's a matter of the quality of their life," said Gupta.

As for what to do, our experts suggest seeing an allergist.

"It's very difficult to avoid outdoor mold. It's in the air anytime the ground's not frozen," said Gupta.

"Unfortunately, immunotherapy or allergy shots tends to be less effective for mold than it is for pollen," said Hennessey.

The experts say little relief is in the near future with the start of ragweed season which begins in mid-August.