Aug 13, 2024 · But unlike a cold, hay fever isn't caused by a virus. Hay fever is caused by an allergic response to a harmless outdoor or indoor substance the body identifies as harmful (allergen).

Feb 13, 2024 · You can tell the difference between a cold and a seasonal allergy by key symptoms and how regularly symptoms appear. Colds are caused by your immune system's …

Aug 13, 2024 · To diagnose hay fever, a healthcare professional typically does a physical exam and talks about general health, symptoms and possible triggers. One or both of these tests may be recommended: Skin prick test. Small amounts of material that can trigger allergies are pricked into patches of skin on the arm or upper back.

Nov 27, 2024 · Both COVID-19 and the common cold are caused by viruses. COVID-19 is caused by SARS-CoV-2. The common cold most often is caused by rhinoviruses. All of these viruses spread in similar ways and cause many of the same symptoms. But there are a few differences.

Feb 4, 2025 · You may wonder what allergies and asthma have in common besides making you miserable. A lot, as it turns out. Many people who have allergies also have asthma. The same substances that trigger your hay fever symptoms may cause asthma symptoms. These include pollen, dust mites and pet dander.

Sep 27, 2024 · Autumn is the season of change, with green leaves turning color and temperatures cooling. It's also the season of hay fever, or allergic rhinitis. So how can people with fall allergies get relief? Dr. James Li, a Mayo Clinic allergist, has more in this Mayo Clinic Minute. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute

Feb 28, 2024 · Seasonal allergies — also called hay fever and allergic rhinitis — can make you miserable. But before you settle for plastic flowers and artificial turf, try these simple strategies to keep seasonal allergies under control.

Nov 7, 2024 · Descripción general La rinitis alérgica, también conocida como fiebre del heno, causa síntomas parecidos a los de un resfriado. que incluyen goteo de la nariz, picazón en los ojos, congestión, estornudos y presión en los senos paranasales. Sin embargo, a diferencia del resfriado, la rinitis alérgica no es causada por un virus, sino por una respuesta alérgica a una sustancia inofensiva ...

May 4, 2022 · Do hay fever and allergy symptoms have you sneezing and itching? Learn about managing seasonal allergies in this Mayo Clinic Minute.

Mar 14, 2023 · Allergies and sinus infections often are mistaken for one another. But they are two separate conditions, with some different symptoms.