Itchy eyes? Runny nose? Fatigued? Classic signs that hayfever may have a hold on you. While you might feel like the only person groaning at the sight of a sunshine-drenched day, you’re far from alone. Hay fever is one of the most common allergic conditions, with millions affected every year. Here’s how you can manage your symptoms without resorting to staying indoors.
What is hayfever?
NHS England describes hayfever as: “an allergic reaction to pollen, typically when it comes into contact with your mouth, nose, eyes and throat”. This allergic reaction can cause cold-like symptoms (more on that in a mo) like sneezing and a scratchy throat.
Because plants release pollen, symptoms can be triggered and worsen at certain times of the year when nature is in full swing. The seasonal cycle includes tree pollen in spring, grass pollen in summer, and weed and mould pollens in autumn. You could be allergic to one or many types of pollen, and you may find that your symptoms change (and may even improve) as you get older.
Common hayfever symptoms
This allergic condition causes cold-like symptoms that can last for weeks or months. Symptoms can include:
Frequent sneezing
Itchy/red eyes
A runny/blocked nose
Scratchy throat
Headaches
Tiredness
Earache
Shortness of breath or tightness in the chest (if you have asthma)
Hayfever treatments (you can get today!)
The bad news is there’s no cure for hayfever. But, if you’re reading this through stinging, streaming eyes, we do have good news. You can get over-the-counter treatments that can help ease your symptoms.
Antihistamines – or ‘allergy tablets’ as on the box – are formulated to prevent an allergic reaction from occurring and help relieve symptoms. They’re an excellent all-around treatment as they may help ease multiple symptoms at once.
Galpharm Hayfever and Allergy Loratadine 30s
£0.89
Galpharm Hayfever & Allergy Cetirizine 30s
£0.89
Zirtek Allergy Relief 7s
£1.49
Piriteze Hayfever & Allergy 10mg Film Coated Tablets, 30s
£8.29
Allevia Allergy Tablets 7s
£2.99
You can also try targeted treatments to soothe irritation like eye drops to rehydrate red eyes and nasal sprays to clear up congestion.
Beconase Spray 100 Dose
£4.49
Becodefence Adult Nasal Spray 20ml
£4.99
If you’re looking for a preventative treatment, hayfever wipes and balm could be for you! Wipes work by trapping and removing pollen from your skin before it has a chance to wreak havoc on your senses. Simply run the soothing peppermint and tea tree-infused wipe over your face and hands and step out into the sunshine with added peace of mind – perfect for keeping pesky pollen at bay when you’re on the go.
Barrier balm creates a physical barrier reducing pollen, allergens and dust entering the nose, easing symptoms of hayfever and dust allergies.
Nuage Hayfever Barrier Balm 50G
£0.89
When to seek medical attention
Speak to your GP if you’re concerned about your hayfever symptoms if you can’t find any relief from over-the-counter remedies, or your symptoms worsen.
How to treat hayfever
Itchy eyes? Runny nose? Fatigued? Classic signs that hayfever may have a hold on you. While you might feel like the only person groaning at the sight of a sunshine-drenched day, you’re far from alone. Hay fever is one of the most common allergic conditions, with millions affected every year. Here’s how you can manage your symptoms without resorting to staying indoors.
What is hayfever?
NHS England describes hayfever as: “an allergic reaction to pollen, typically when it comes into contact with your mouth, nose, eyes and throat”. This allergic reaction can cause cold-like symptoms (more on that in a mo) like sneezing and a scratchy throat.
Because plants release pollen, symptoms can be triggered and worsen at certain times of the year when nature is in full swing. The seasonal cycle includes tree pollen in spring, grass pollen in summer, and weed and mould pollens in autumn. You could be allergic to one or many types of pollen, and you may find that your symptoms change (and may even improve) as you get older.
Common hayfever symptoms
This allergic condition causes cold-like symptoms that can last for weeks or months. Symptoms can include:
Hayfever treatments (you can get today!)
The bad news is there’s no cure for hayfever. But, if you’re reading this through stinging, streaming eyes, we do have good news. You can get over-the-counter treatments that can help ease your symptoms.
Antihistamines – or ‘allergy tablets’ as on the box – are formulated to prevent an allergic reaction from occurring and help relieve symptoms. They’re an excellent all-around treatment as they may help ease multiple symptoms at once.
You can also try targeted treatments to soothe irritation like eye drops to rehydrate red eyes and nasal sprays to clear up congestion.
If you’re looking for a preventative treatment, hayfever wipes and balm could be for you! Wipes work by trapping and removing pollen from your skin before it has a chance to wreak havoc on your senses. Simply run the soothing peppermint and tea tree-infused wipe over your face and hands and step out into the sunshine with added peace of mind – perfect for keeping pesky pollen at bay when you’re on the go.
Barrier balm creates a physical barrier reducing pollen, allergens and dust entering the nose, easing symptoms of hayfever and dust allergies.
When to seek medical attention
Speak to your GP if you’re concerned about your hayfever symptoms if you can’t find any relief from over-the-counter remedies, or your symptoms worsen.
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