Children's Allergy & Hayfever: Causes & Treatment

Children's Allergy & Hayfever

Children's allergies and hay fever, collectively known as allergic rhinitis, are prevalent in the UK, impacting their quality of life. Find out more about this common condition.

Recommended Actions

Minimize pollen exposure by keeping windows closed during peak times, ensure children shower and change clothes after outdoor activities, and improve indoor air quality with air purifiers and dehumidifiers.

Recommended Avoidances

Avoid potential allergy triggers for children by limiting outdoor activities during peak pollen times in the morning, minimizing exposure to freshly cut grass, and being cautious around pets or animals if your child is allergic.

Prevention Tips

Optimal infant health can be supported by breastfeeding if possible and introducing allergenic foods early in the child's diet.

Condition 101

Children's allergies and hay fever, collectively known as allergic rhinitis, are a prevalent health issue in the UK. They occur when the immune system overreacts to harmless substances, resulting in a cascade of symptoms that can significantly impact a child's quality of life.

Itchy, red, or watering eyes
Runny or blocked nose
Sneezing and coughing
A red, itchy rash
Worsening of asthma or eczema symptoms
The immune system mistakes harmless substances, like pollen, as a threat, triggering the release of histamines and causing allergy symptoms.
Family history of allergies
Other allergies or asthma
Lack of exposure to allergens in early childhood
Symptoms persist longer than 2 weeks
Symptoms disrupt sleep or everyday activities
Over-the-counter medications provide little relief
Your child develops painful sinusitis symptoms

Detailed medical history
Physical examination
Allergy skin tests
Blood tests (rarely)
Impaired sleep quality
Sinusitis or ear infections
Impact on school performance
Allergies only occur in adulthood
You can't develop new allergies
Moving to a new location can cure allergies
Common cold
Viral infections
Nonallergic rhinitis

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Treatment Options

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Antihistamines (Clarityn, Piriton)
Nasal sprays (Nasonex, Beconase)
Eye drops (Opticrom, Sodium Cromoglicate)

Prescription antihistamines
Corticosteroids
Allergy shots (immunotherapy)

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