Hay fever

  • Hay fever

    Hay fever is caused by an allergy to pollen. The symptoms of hay fever are caused when a person has an allergic reaction to pollen. Common hay fever symptoms are:
    – a runny, itchy and/or blocked nose
    – sneezing
    – itchy eyes

  • Treatment – Steroid nasal sprays

    Steroid nasal sprays help to prevent or reduce inflammation in the lining of the nose and some can help to relieve watery eyes.

    Available from your local pharmacy.

  • Treatment – Eye drops

    Eye drops can be used to treat itchy or watery eyes.

    Available from your local pharmacy.

  • Treatment – Decongestants

    Decongestant nasal sprays and tablets are used to unblock the nose.

    Available from your local pharmacy.

  • Treatment – Antihistamines

    Antihistamines help to relieve a runny nose, sneezing, itching and watery eyes.

    Available from your local pharmacy.

  • NHS: Hay fever

    Hay fever is usually worse between late March and September, especially when it’s warm, humid and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest.

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    NHS: Hay fever