Winona Daily News: ACHOO Syndrome or Photic Sneeze Reflex - Healthful Hints
Have you ever looked at a bright light or the sun (a pretty bright light) and had to sneeze? If so, you have been blessed genetically with the ACHOO syndrome or photic sneeze reflex (PSR). The acronym ...
Some people sneeze when they look into the sun because of Autosomal Compelling Helio-Ophthalmic Outburst syndrome (ACHOO), or photic sneeze reflex (PSR). It happens when the brain misinterprets a ...
Wondering what causes sneezing? Discover the fascinating science behind the sneeze reflex, common triggers, and why do we close our eyes when we sneeze. Sneezing, or sternutation, is an abrupt, ...
The Scientist: ACHOO Syndrome: A Strange Reflex That Causes Sneezing in the Sun
As a teenager, Manuel Spitschan discovered that just like his father, if he felt the urge to sneeze, looking at bright light could induce it. What seemed like a funny family quirk is actually rooted ...
The Washington Post: Sneeze smarter, not louder: The science of a quieter sneeze
At a certain point, there’s no stopping a sneeze. The burst of air is as inevitable as a crashing wave. But with conscious effort, we can control how loud it is. “There are things that people can do ...
MSN: Why Does the Sun Make Me Sneeze? Here’s What to Know About ACHOO Syndrome
Why Does the Sun Make Me Sneeze? Here’s What to Know About ACHOO Syndrome
MSN: Ever wondered why some people sneeze when they look at the sun?
For a lot of people, going outside into the bright sun makes them feel warm or clear. For some, it makes them sneeze out of nowhere. Doctors and scientists have been trying to figure out this strange ...