Is there a cure for hay fever?
* For most people it’s about managing symptoms of hayfever (allergic rhinitis) and avoiding triggers. * If you’ve got severe allergic rhinitis, it is possible to get a course of immunotherapy via an allergy specialist. * Immunotherapy involves getting regular injections which, over 3-5 years, may result in desensi…
What is the best type of hay fever medication?
* There is no single most effective type of hay fever medication – it varies from person to person. * Some people find a once daily antihistamine tablet controls symptoms very well. * However, quite often, drowsiness can be a problem with antihistamines, even the supposedly “non-drowsy” ones. * Other types of hay…
What about steroid injections for hay fever?
Steroid injections such as Kenalog used to be given for hay fever. Doctors no longer recommend this option because of the significant side effects of steroid use, and the fact that there are now many other effective, safer hay fever medications available.
