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A search of these data bases yielded 373 articles for assessment. These were then reviewed for relevance,\n and articles were selected to demonstrate the breadth of available data on pollen counts, allergenicity, and thresholds that induce symptoms in individuals who were sensitized. Additional articles were identified through examination of bibliographies of search-identified articles. \n <jats:bold>Results:<\/jats:bold> Several environmental factors have shown a correlation with pollen counts and allergen load, including the distance from the source, wind characteristics, pollen size, terrain, urban environments, air composition (particulate matter, CO<jats:sub>2<\/jats:sub> levels, ozone, NO<jats:sub>2<\/jats:sub>),\n and weather conditions (humidity, thunderstorms, precipitation). Pollen thresholds at which symptoms were induced varied by study, pollen type, symptom, disease, and location. In addition, there was heterogeneity in study designs, threshold definition, and outcome measures.  <jats:bold>Conclusion:<\/jats:bold>\n This scoping review demonstrates the plethora of variables that influence the relationship between pollen and the symptoms of allergic diseases. 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