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Why does pollen make my skin itchy?

Pollen can make your skin itchy because it contains proteins that trigger allergic reactions in some people. When these proteins come into contact with your skin, they can cause inflammation and irritation. This reaction is part of your body’s immune response to what it mistakenly perceives as a harmful substance.

Key points:

• Pollen proteins can trigger allergic reactions.
• The immune system responds by causing inflammation.
• Itchy skin can result from this inflammatory response.
• Environmental factors can increase sensitivity to pollen.

This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by medino's clinical team.