Hay Fever
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Hay Fever - Pollen:
Hay fever, also known as seasonal allergic rhinitis, is a very common allergy in the UK affecting 1 in 4 people, which can affect daily activities, sleep and concentration. Hay fever or allergic rhinitis is caused by allergy to grass and/or tree pollen. It usually occurs in spring and summer when tree and grass pollen counts are high. Exposure to the pollen causes irritation of the lining of the nose, eyes and throat.
Hay fever usually affects both the nose and eyes. Symptoms may be confused with the common cold. There is no cure for hay fever, only symptom management.
· Nose symptoms include itching, sneezing, watery nasal discharge (runny nose), blockage and poor smell.
· Eye symptoms include itchy, red swollen eyes.
· Throat may also be itchy. Some people may also suffer from headaches.
Hay fever injections are administered to patients who have moderate to severe symptoms, where over the counter and prescription antihistamines are ineffective. The treatment is single injection to the upper outer glute region, lasting the pollen season (Six months). The appointment will last approximately thirty minutes with consultation. Please contact to book or for further information.
There are several does and don’t when it comes to Hay Fever.
According to the NHS, you can help your symptoms by:
Not spending too much time outside
Don’t keep fresh flowers in the house
Don’t smoke or be around smoke – it makes your symptoms worse
Don’t not dry clothes outside – they can catch pollen
Don’t let pets into the house if possible – they can carry pollen indoors
Our treatments can reduce the need to adhere to these lifestyle limiting rules
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