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I'm very allergic to grass pollen. if i get grass pollen in my nose does the pollen get broken down or is it always a problem until it is washed out?

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Dr. Charles Rocamboli answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It gets washed out: That why your nose runs and you make mucus. It naturally gets washed out.

Answered 7/29/2013

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Depends: Even if a very small part of the pollen allergens get "washed out", the allergic reaction has taken place. Even an isolated exposure can cause symptoms for many hours.

Answered 7/29/2013

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