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.
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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.