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Allergies (Seasonal or Environmental)

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Seasonal and environmental allergies are immune system responses to substances like pollen, dust mites, mold, and pet dander. These allergens can trigger symptoms such as sneezing, itchy eyes, and nasal congestion, particularly during spring and fall. While not life-threatening, allergies can affect quality of life and disrupt daily activities.

Sneezing and runny nose

Nasal congestion

Itchy or watery eyes

Coughing or throat irritation

Postnasal drip

Fatigue or headaches due to sinus pressure

Antihistamines: Oral or nasal sprays that reduce symptoms

Nasal corticosteroids: Help relieve inflammation and congestion

Allergy testing: Identifies specific allergens triggering symptoms

Allergy shots (immunotherapy): Gradual desensitization to allergens

Lifestyle adjustments: Air filters, pet dander management, seasonal avoidance

Pollen: From trees, grasses, and weeds (common in hay fever)

Dust mites: Microscopic insects found in bedding and carpets

Mold spores: Often present in damp areas

Animal dander: Skin flakes from cats, dogs, or other pets

Airborne irritants: Smoke, pollution, or strong odors

Healthcare Providers

Symptoms

Sneezing and runny nose

Nasal congestion

Itchy or watery eyes

Coughing or throat irritation

Postnasal drip

Fatigue or headaches due to sinus pressure

Causes

Pollen: From trees, grasses, and weeds (common in hay fever)

Dust mites: Microscopic insects found in bedding and carpets

Mold spores: Often present in damp areas

Animal dander: Skin flakes from cats, dogs, or other pets

Airborne irritants: Smoke, pollution, or strong odors

Treatments

Antihistamines: Oral or nasal sprays that reduce symptoms

Nasal corticosteroids: Help relieve inflammation and congestion

Allergy testing: Identifies specific allergens triggering symptoms

Allergy shots (immunotherapy): Gradual desensitization to allergens

Lifestyle adjustments: Air filters, pet dander management, seasonal avoidance

Specialties That Treat This Condition

Primary Care

Otolaryngology (ENT)

Otolaryngology (ENT)

Pulmonology

Related Conditions

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A person holding their forehead and nose bridge with a tissue in hand, sitting on a couch under a blanket, showing discomfort. Natural lighting with soft focus on the sinuses area.

Sinus Infection

person lying in bed with a CPAP machine beside them.

A child being comforted by a parent during a mild asthma episode.

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