Are you someone who suffers from seasonal allergies during the spring months? You’re not alone. Spring allergies affect millions of people every year. Once plants begin blooming, they release pollen that can become airborne and lead to irritating symptoms like a runny nose. Seasonal allergies tend to flare up with exposure, but keep reading to learn about how to manage an allergy-induced runny nose.
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How to Tell if Your Runny Nose is Caused by Allergies
A runny nose can happen for a variety of reasons. Changes in the weather and exposure to cold, dry air can lead to a runny nose. Similarly, many different illnesses can cause a runny nose. Seasonal allergies are often also a common cause of a runny nose. It can be difficult to determine what is causing your runny nose, however, one way to help understand the cause of your runny nose is to evaluate any other symptoms you’re experiencing.
Common symptoms of spring allergies include:
- Runny nose
- Cough
- Nasal congestion
- Fatigue
- Rash
- Itchy eyes
- Sneezing
Treatment Options for an Allergy-Induced Runny Nose
Springtime allergies can be difficult to manage. Symptoms tend to flare up due to exposure to allergens. If you’re allergic to common allergens like pollen, it can be nearly impossible to completely avoid contact with your allergens. Medications such as antihistamines can help prevent the immune response from occurring. Similarly, medications available OTC, such as nasal sprays, throat sprays, eye drops, and decongestants, can all help manage specific symptoms of seasonal allergies.
When to Seek Medical Care for a Persistent Runny Nose
If you’re experiencing a runny nose from seasonal allergies, it is important to monitor your symptoms. Runny noses and the production of excess mucus can sometimes lead to secondary infections like a sinus infection. If you experience facial pressure, severe congestion, discolored mucus, or a fever, you should seek medical treatment. Your medical provider will be able to evaluate your symptoms and determine whether you have developed a secondary infection that requires treatment.
Visit AFC Stoneham for Seasonal Allergy Symptom Relief
Fighting a runny nose can be frustrating. If you’re suffering from a persistent runny nose caused by spring allergies, AFC Stoneham is here to help. Our board-certified medical providers are available 7 days a week, including on weekends, to expertly diagnose allergy symptoms. Based on their assessment, our medical providers can help you formulate a plan for symptom management.
Our walk-in clinic is available 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm. We accept walk-in patients and maintain short wait times. Our clinic works with most medical insurance providers and offers competitive rates for self-paying patients. Walk into the clinic for same-day care today, or give us a call at (781) 279-4000 to learn more.
