TUCSON, Ariz. — The month of September brings us the start of fall, but doctors also say it's the start of the 'September Syndrome.'
The term "September Syndrome" essentially is two things happening at the same time to cause an increase in asthma symptoms.
First thing, is from environmental allergens like pollen coming back to fall from monsoon and heavy winds. The second is children going back to school and picking up infections from one another.
Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of the Adult Allergy Program at Banner University Medicine Dr. Tara Carr said the best thing to do is try everything to avoid getting sick.
"Which maybe is easier said then done, but we encourage people to do a lot of hand washing particularly when they're out and about or if they're visiting there kids at school," Dr. Carr said. "Have the kids wash there hands frequently at school too to prevent everybody from getting sick and passing it throughout families and communities."
Dr. Carr also said to make sure to take your asthma medication regularly. If you've had problems in the past with your asthma around this time, Dr.Carr said this is the time to book an appointment with your doctor.
