AAFA Lists Top 10 Worst Cities for Spring Allergies

As the winter draws to a close, it's time to say goodbye to the dreaded winter flu and other common colds. However, just as spring approaches, of course, it's time to say hello to allergy season. For those of us who are particularly prone to spring allergies, don't let the lingering cold weather fool you. Just as spring officially arrived on March 20th, it's continuing to sweep in pollen with each new day.

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, they note that "Even in the throes of what feels like a 2014 Ice Age, millions of Americans have begun showing up in doctors' offices with the tell-tale signs of allergies."

Just what are the most common spring allergy symptoms? As flowers start to bloom, pollen becomes more airborne, increasing the possibility of flying into the nostrils and eye blood vessels. This can cause sniffy, sneezing and running noses, along with red, teary and itchy eyes.

And of course, some areas are worse than others. Here's a list of the most challenging places to live with spring allergies for 2014, according to AAFA.

1. Louisville, Ky.

2. Memphis, Tenn.

3. Baton Rouge, La.

4. Oklahoma City

5. Jackson, Miss.

6. Chattanooga, Tenn.

7. Dallas

8. Richmond, Va.

9. Birmingham, Ala.

10. McAllen, Texas

These reports were calculated by the AAFA through tallied local pollen levels, use of over-the-counter and prescription allergy medications and the number of board-certified allergists in the area.

Do you live in one of the top 10 areas and suffer from seasonal allergies? Share in the comments below.