03/12/2026
It’s not Spring quite yet... but are your allergies already acting up?
If you’re sneezing, congested, dealing with itchy eyes, or feeling sinus pressure right now, you’re not imagining it. Rhode Island’s “fake spring” can bring warmer days that wake up early tree pollen, mold, and other environmental triggers before spring officially arrives.
Why it happens:
A few mild days can signal plants to start releasing pollen early. Melting snow, damp leaves, and moisture can also increase mold in the air.
What you can do during fake spring:
• Keep windows closed on warmer, breezy days
• Shower and change clothes after spending time outside
• Use saline rinses to help clear allergens from your nose
• Start allergy medications early if you typically get seasonal symptoms
• Check pollen levels and try to limit outdoor exposure when counts are high
When to get help:
If your symptoms keep lingering, feel severe, or lead to sinus infections, trouble sleeping, ear pressure, or breathing discomfort, it may be time to see an ENT or allergy specialist.
You do not have to wait until full spring hits to start feeling better.
To make an appointment, call or visit our website. We’re located in East Providence and Warwick, Rhode Island.
East Providence: 401-435-5644
Warwick: 401-921-5800
www.OceanStateENT.com
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