Hay Fever (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Hay Fever Overview
- Hay Fever Causes
- Hay Fever Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Hay Fever Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Other Therapy
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Support Groups and Counseling
- For More Information
- Web Links
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
Next Steps
Follow-up
- Follow the treatment recommendations of your health care provider. Give the medications a chance. Most of them work well but some take several days to reach full effectiveness.
- See your health care provider if you experience any complication of hay fever.
- Any adverse effects of the medications prescribed should also prompt a visit to your health care provider.
- Consult your health care provider periodically to see if new, better medications with fewer side effects are available.
- Periodic re-evaluation of your allergy sensitivity is also recommended to prevent further illness.
- If you would like to have allergy shots for desensitization, discuss it with your primary health care provider or an allergist.
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