The summer heat brings its own set of allergy-inducing elements, so to be prepared, check out our guide to survive allergies.
What symptoms indicate an allergy attack?
Symptoms of allergic reaction could be: fever, sneezing, congestion, itchiness, watery nose and eyes.
If people suffer from any of these symptoms for more than two weeks, doctors typically run tests to confirm your suspicion. There are also over-the-counter allergy tests that recently came out. These kits test for ten most common allergens and could give you an idea of what you’re allergic to.
Is there a cure?
No, there isn’t a cure but there are ways to prevent allergies or treat the symptoms that come with it. Allergy experts offer this advice for those looking to beat allergy symptoms:
- Don’t be stoic. It’s important to seek relief from your symptoms, because without treatment, allergies may worsen over time.
What medications work the best?
There are several options to pick from: antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids and decongestants. Antihistamines, like Clarinex, treat sore throats and nasal itching, however, they won’t help with congestion or inflammation. Nasal sprays, like Flonase, block swelling in the nose and are effective at treating nasal congestion, however, they burn. Decongestants can reduce the amount of fluid in the nasal passage, but can lead to drowsiness.
When to consider allergy shots?
If medications don’t work and allergies continue to attack, allergy shots could be an option. The series of shots takes several months to complete, but is said to reduce 80-90 percent of allergy symptoms. A doctor can help people decide if this is the right option.
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