Síntomas comunes de alergia y cómo obtener alivio de la rinitis alérgica

CONGESTIÓN NASAL Y GOTEO NASAL O NARIZ TAPADA

El goteo nasal no es de lo más agradable, pero es uno de los signos más comunes de alergias tanto en adultos como en niños. Stuffy noses are usually caused by swollen membranes inside the nose².

Estornudos

Los estornudos son un síntoma de alergia muy común, pero no grave. Cuando las membranas de las fosas nasales reaccionan a las sustancias alergénicas, se irritan y provocan cosquillas, lo que hace que estornudes.³ To reduce sneezing fits, try avoiding outdoor and indoor allergy triggers during allergy season, or relieving other symptoms that may be causing irritation in your nose and throat.

Itchy, Watery, or Puffy Eyes

When you realize that most allergens are airborne and come into direct contact with your face, it’s no surprise that so many people with seasonal allergies experience eye allergy symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes.

If they already feel irritated, you can help soothe your eyes by washing your face and placing a cool, moist washcloth over your eyes.

Algunas personas también pueden padecer de conjuntivitis alérgica.⁴ This means that when the eyes are irritated, the thin layer at the front of the eye can become inflamed and red, giving it a swollen or puffy appearance.

Picazón en la nariz o la garganta

Las membranas de la nariz y la garganta pueden ser sensibles a los alérgenos que respiras y, por lo tanto, pueden irritarse⁵. These symptoms of allergies are a reaction to histamine which is a chemical released by your immune system in response to allergens. To help reduce itchy throat or itchy nose due to allergies, try an antihistamine such as cetirizine.

Congestión sinusal

If your allergies cause you to sneeze a lot, or you have a runny nose, you might also be prone to stuffiness in your sinuses⁶. This can lead to you feeling this congestion in your face through sinus pressure – especially under the eyes. También puede resultarte difícil respirar por la nariz.

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Dolor de garganta

Can allergies cause a sore throat? Sometimes allergies can cause an itchy, sore throat. The membranes in your throat are very sensitive, and they can become irritated by increased levels of histamine in your system when you experience allergy symptoms. Esto puede hacer que sientas dolor o picazón en la garganta.

If you experience an itchy or sore throat, try a lozenge to soothe the irritation that is associated with a sore throat from allergies.

Goteo postnasal

Las alergias y el goteo postnasal suelen ir de la mano.⁸ El goteo postnasal es una acumulación de mucosidad que puede obstruir los senos nasales y la garganta, y es posible que sientas la necesidad de toser o aclarar la garganta.

When allergens enter your nose, excess mucus is produced in the nasal passages in an attempt to clear the allergens out and this mucus can drip down the back of your throat causing post-nasal drip.

Tos

Can allergies cause coughing? Although coughing is not a typical symptom of allergies, sometimes the itchy throat from allergies or post-nasal drip can cause a tickle in the throat or a temporary dry cough. If there is persistent coughing or the couch is accompanied by a fever, it is likely from something else like a cold and not allergies. Consult a healthcare provider if you are not sure what is causing your cough.

Dolores de cabeza

Allergy headaches usually feel like pain behind the eyes or in the sinuses¹⁰, and are typically caused by build-up of mucus in your sinuses.

¿Cuándo es la temporada de alergias?

Allergies and allergy season can occur at any time of year, depending on what triggers your reaction. However, seasonal allergies to pollen, grass or weeds are more common during the spring and summer months.

¿Se nace con alergias?

No. Más bien, tu cuerpo desarrolla una respuesta alérgica a una sustancia en particular cuando entra en contacto con ella. Tampoco todas las alergias se desarrollan en la infancia. Sometimes you may develop an allergy later in life, even if you have encountered the trigger before.

Can allergies cause fever?

No, allergies do not cause fever. If you are experiencing a fever along with symptoms of allergy, please consult your doctor to determine if you have a sinus infection, a cold, or if your fever is caused by something else.