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Common Cold or Hay Fever? Table of Contents As we head into the warmer weather (believe me, it is coming), when sneezing, runny noses, and congestion occur it can be difficult to know whether you have a cold or hay fever. The symptoms overlapping and the season feeling a bit ‘in-between’. But these two conditions […]
Red Light Therapy for Hay Fever: The Drug-Free Solution That Works Hay fever, also known as seasonal allergic rhinitis, affects millions of people across the UK every year. If you’re one of them, you know how much of a nuisance. Sneezing, itchy eyes, a constantly runny or blocked nose are a few of the symptoms […]
Hay Fever Sorted: Nasal Sprays Explained (Breathe Easy, Fast Relief) When it comes to symptoms such as itchy, runny and irritated noses, topical relief may be the best to aid that nasal irritation. Nasal sprays are a popular option for soothing those frustrating symptoms. With both steroid and antihistamine options available, these direct treatments can […]
Hay Fever Sorted: Eye Drops Explained (Relief Where You Need It Most) During the hay fever season, irritating and itchy eyes are common symptoms which can interfere with your ability to enjoy daily activities. Eye drops are a direct and effective way to relieve these annoying symptoms. They often help combat the underlying cause of […]
Hay Fever Sorted: Start with Tablets (Here’s How to Use Them Right) Antihistamines are an effective first line defense against allergy and hay fever symptoms, providing relief before they take a toll on your day. Ideally, they should be taken at least 30 minutes before heading outdoors to help combat allergens like pollen. These tablets […]
Hay Fever When It Rains: Why Wet Weather Doesn’t Always Mean Relief Hay Fever season is here, and for many sufferers rain can feel like a temporary (or in Britain, frequent) relief from sneezing fits and itchy eyes. However, the relationship between hay fever and rain is a little more complicated than it appears. While […]
Allergy Relief – Which is the best antihistamine for you? Histamine is a chemical released from the body when it encounters something that it perceives as a threat, such as an infection. However, in people with allergies, histamine is released even then the threat is not a true danger such as pollen, dust, or animal […]
How to prepare for hay fever season? So, have you started sneezing yet? What about itchy eyes, stuffy noses? That’s right, hay fever season is here. Here at the Family Chemist, we offer a range of hay fever treatments including nasal sprays, tablets, and eye drops. Don’t let hay fever catch you off guard, take […]
Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is a common condition affecting millions in the UK and worldwide. Characterized by symptoms such as sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, a runny or blocked nose, and a general feeling of fatigue, hay fever can substantially impact daily life. As the spring and summer months approach, many people deal with these uncomfortable symptoms, prompting a fundamental question: what exactly causes hay fever?
