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Seasonal Allergies

Sometimes called hay fever allergic rhinitis, seasonal allergies develop when our immune system overreacts to the environment, especially during spring, summer or fall when certain plants pollinate. If you find yourself sneezing and coughing during specific times of the year, you may have seasonal allergies.

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Triggers

Tree and grass pollination
Ragweed pollens
Airborne allergens
Windy and warm weather
Animal dander
Mold
Dust mites
Moving to another climate
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Symptoms

Sneezing
Stuffy nose
Nasal congestion
Itchy throat
Irritated eyes
Headaches
Asthma
Coughing
Medications
-Steroid
-Antihistamine
-Decongestant
-Eye decongestant
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Self-care
-Nasal rinsing
-Stay indoors
-Avoid lawn mowing
-Shrub butterbur*
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Medical procedure
-Desensitization
-Allergy shots
-Allergen immunotherapy
-Oral antihistamines
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* Talk to your doctor before trying alternative treatments.
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PERMANENT RELIEF

Allergy Immunotherapy

Medication can help your body’s defences deal with pollen differently if you suffer from severe chronic allergies. Two of the most common immunotherapy treatments available include allergy shots and under-the tongue tablets available by prescription. Your provider will help you design a personalized treatment plan against seasonal allergies so that you can continue treatment at home, without the need to come to the clinic weekly or receiving regular painful injections.

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It is common for people who are experiencing seasonal allergies to develop an itchy mouth, scratchy throat or swelling in their mouth, lips, tongue, or throat after eating raw fruits, vegetables, or certain tree nuts. If this has happened to you, it could be a sign of an oral allergy syndrome, an allergic response by the immune system. Birch, grass, and ragweed pollens may also trigger the symptoms of oral allergy syndrome. Try cooking, peeling, or canning the fruit or vegetable, which may prevent the rise of those symptoms.