Experiencing congestion, a sore throat, or itchy eyes? You may be suffering from spring allergies. Did you know that spring allergies can also lead to other symptoms such as headaches? Seasonal allergies affect millions of people every year, and symptoms can vary greatly from person to person based on factors such as what you’re allergic to, how severe your allergies are, and how often you’re exposed to your allergens. Keep reading to learn more about common allergy symptoms and treatment options for springtime allergies.
At AFC Urgent Care Farmington, we understand that allergy symptoms can disrupt your everyday life. That is why our walk-in clinic is available 7 days a week, including on weekends, to provide our patients with quality care when it’s convenient for them. Our clinic offers care for seasonal allergy symptoms including symptom management so that you can get outdoors and enjoy the weather this spring. Walk-in today!
Symptoms of Spring Allergies
Spring allergy symptoms can vary from person to person. This is because not everyone is allergic to the same things, and the severity of an allergy can vary from mild to severe depending on the person. Typically, spring allergy symptoms begin around early March and continue into the early summer months. Symptoms include:
- Congestion
- Runny nose
- Itchy eyes
- Rash
- Post-nasal drip
- Sneezing
- Sore throat
How Allergies Lead to Headaches
Although seasonal and environmental allergies can cause a variety of symptoms, they mainly impact the sinuses and respiratory system. Your sinuses naturally create mucus to keep the airways moist. When exposed to an allergen, your sinuses may begin to rapidly overproduce mucus to flush out the irritant and protect your airway. This can lead to symptoms such as congestion. In some cases, congestion can lead to sinus headaches, which is facial pressure due to a build up of mucus in the sinuses. This is why allergies often are noted to cause headaches.
Treatment Options for Spring Allergies
If you’re someone who suffers from spring allergies, there are ways to manage your symptoms so that you can enjoy the spring weather. In severe cases, you may need to consult an allergist for specialized care. However, for most mild to moderate cases, treatment using OTC medications is sufficient at suppressing the immune response to allergens and getting rid of allergy symptoms. Taking antihistamines can help reduce symptoms before they begin while decongestants, nasal sprays, and medicated eye drops can help you stay comfortable during spring allergy season.
Walk Into AFC Farmington for Allergy Symptom Diagnosis Today
At AFC Urgent Care Farmington, we understand that spring allergies can feel impossible to manage. Our board-certified medical providers are available 7 days a week to provide support for seasonal allergies. Based on your symptoms, your medical provider will help create a treatment plan to keep you comfortable during allergy season. Our clinic is open 7 days a week and accepts walk-in patients, making it easy for you to get rapid allergy treatment when you need it. We work with most medical insurance providers and have short wait times. Walk-in today!
