5 Symptoms That Suggest You May Have an Undiagnosed Allergy
Are you always suffering from a runny nose and blocked sinuses? Although you might put it down to a common cold, for many people, it could be allergies. While they may be a seasonal thing, falling when spring and summer hit and dying down in the autumnal and winter months, if you notice that you are constantly feeling flush, unwell, or blocked up, then it may be worth considering that you have an undiagnosed allergy.
Still not convinced? This guide will provide you with some signs that you may have an undiagnosed allergy.
1. Persistent Blocked Nose
It is common in the summer months to experience a blocked nose as the result of hay fever and excess pollen in the air. If, however, you notice that you have a blocked nose all year round, then this can point to an undiagnosed allergy, and you should contact Premier Primary Care or your family care practitioner to discuss this as a symptom. In many cases, a persistent blocked nose is a sign of a mold allergy or even a dust allergy, both of which can be managed with the correct medication.
2. Itchy Skin
It’s easy to forget that the skin is an organ and, as such, itchy skin that has a rash, spots, or welts can point to an allergy. It may also present as eczema or dry skin that doesn’t respond to moisturizer, which is why it is important to get checked out by a doctor.
Much as before, itchy skin can be a sign of an allergy to mold, pollen, dust, or even animals, but it can be managed with a steroid based skin cream and medications.
3. Watery Eyes
Runny eyes are a symptom of an allergy and are caused when an allergen meets the antibodies that are attached to the mast cells in the eye. The cells respond by releasing histamines, which causes the blood vessels to leak, resulting in the eyes running.
Runny eyes that are itchy and accompany the other symptoms on this list should be investigated, as you can get an allergy-based eye drop medication that can help lessen this symptom.
4. Feeling Frequent Fatigue
If you have frequent fatigue and other symptoms as above, there’s a high chance you have an undiagnosed allergy. As allergies can cause issues with breathing and oxygen absorption at night, poor sleep can occur, meaning experiencing fatigue is a common occurrence for many people. Of course, if you have persistent fatigue, you should seek medical treatment, as this can be a sign of many disorders that warrant investigation.
5. Itchy Throat/ Dry Cough
When you come into contact with an allergen, it can cause an itchy throat and the associated dry cough. The reasons are much the same as they are with the runny eyes in terms of the allergens reacting to cells in your body. The allergen encounters the membranes in the throat, and they release histamine, which results in an itchy throat and a cough. This is more commonly seen with spore allergies related to mold, pets, and pollen, so you may notice it is more prevalent at certain times of the year or when you are around cut flowers or animals. It can be controlled with a throat spray or with antihistamine medications.
If you have ticked off all five of these symptoms, it is worth getting an allergy test with professionals to get a proper diagnosis.
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