A sore throat due to allergies is common.
It’s common to mistake signs of allergies for a cold.
However, there are some clear signs when allergies are to blame.
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Fortunately, several treatment options are available.
Mucus is usually helpful since it traps substances that enter the nose so they can be removed.
However, excess mucus production can cause nasal andsinus congestion.
That congestion can then drain into the throat, causing soreness, inflammation, and other symptoms.
However, throat swelling, discomfort, and tickling can also occur due to an allergic emergency called anaphylaxis.
Home remedies may also help ease your discomfort.
You may find some relief by using:
Rest and hydration can also help.
By getting exposed to the allergen, you become less sensitive to it by the time you complete therapy.
Allergy shots are different from other medications for allergies.
Healthcare providers give allergy shots in their offices.
Allergy shots are a long-term treatment option, lasting three to five years.
For the first few months, you get injections one to three times a week.
After that, you’ll get them less oftenaround every four to six weeks.
They’re also appealing to people who want to resolve their allergies rather than treat them.
Symptoms of Allergies vs.
However, certain symptoms point to allergies vs. illness.
Additionally, allergies tend to last longer during allergy season or return whenever you are exposed to an allergen.
This is in contrast to an illness that will typically begin to resolve in a few days.
Keep an eye out for these additionalsigns of infection.
Note that any difficulty with breathing is a medical emergency.
COVID-19 or Allergies?
Both COVID-19 and allergies can cause dry coughs.
However, a COVID-19 cough may be more persistent and leave you feeling short of breath.
A persistent cough can cause a sore throat, whether resulting from COVID-19 or allergies.
This occurs because allergies trigger the production of excess mucus that drains from the nose and sinuses.
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