Allergy season is in full swing, and new research is indicating that pollen season will be starting earlier and ending later each year.
When to Suspect an Allergy
Some allergies are easy to identify by the pattern of symptoms that follows exposure to a particular substance. But others are subtler, and may masquerade as other conditions. Here are some common clues that could lead you to suspect your child may have an allergy according to the American Academy of Pediatricians:
Repeated or chronic cold-like symptoms that last more than a week or two, or that develop at about the same time every year. These could include:
Runny nose
Nasal stuffiness
Sneezing
Throat clearing
Nose rubbing
Sniffling
Snorting
Sneezing
Itchy, runny eyes
Your child’s allergy and/or asthma treatment should start with your pediatrician. If needed, your pediatrician may refer you to a pediatric allergy specialist for additional evaluations and treatments, depending on how severe the child’s symptoms are. Although there are many over-the-counter antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal sprays, it is very important that you work with a pediatrician over the years to make sure that your child’s allergy and asthma are correctly diagnosed and the symptoms properly treated.
Contact Dr. Hall's office to schedule an appointment if you suspect your child is experiencing allergies.
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