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In the online world, information about health is shared. It states that symptoms of allergies or blocked nose often occur in the morning. This is mainly caused by the body having low levels of the hormone cortisol (Cortisol) during the night. As a result, white blood cells secrete inflammatory substances. Such information creates misunderstandings for many allergy patients. The editorial team of Sanook News has hastened to check the facts to ensure accuracy according to medical standards.
From reviewing information together with public health agencies. It was found that the issue was a distortion of medical information and a conclusion that deviated from the physiological principles of allergic rhinitis. This may cause people to misunderstand how to take care of themselves.
question
There is information shared that Allergy symptoms and stuffy nose usually occur in the morning because Cortisol levels are low at night and white blood cells release inflammatory substances. Is this true?
inspection
The Sanook News editorial team has checked the references from Medical practice guidelines for allergic rhinitis in Thai people (revised edition 2022) and information from Rajavithi Hospital, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health It has been found that allergic rhinitis is caused by an abnormality of the body’s immune system that overreacts to allergens.
The real reason why patients often have severe symptoms in the morning This is due to the accumulation and exposure to allergens such as dust mites or pet hair. on the bed for a long time throughout the night’s rest When he woke up, he clearly showed signs of inflammation of the nasal mucosa. It is not directly related to the mechanism of the decrease in Cortisol levels or the release of substances from white blood cells during the time period specified in the news share.
Additionally, the editorial team found additional medical advice that The correct treatment should be to use second-generation oral antihistamines because they are safer than the first generation. The original version may cause side effects, causing the quality of sleep to deteriorate. Symptoms include dry mouth, blurred vision, or severe heart arrhythmias. Presenting inaccurate information about hormonal mechanisms is therefore considered distorted information.
fact
Such information is distorted news and is not true according to medical principles. Morning allergy symptoms are mainly caused by prolonged exposure to allergens in the bedroom. It is not because Cortisol levels are low during the night as claimed.
Reference source
- Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health
- Rajavithi Hospital
