Symptoms |
Hayfever |
Cold |
Nasal discharge |
Clear |
Thick and cloudy |
Sneezing |
Yes |
Yes |
Nasal itching |
Yes |
No |
Itchy, sore or red eyes |
Yes |
No |
Duration |
Varies depending on exposure to allergen |
4-7 days |
Onset |
Rapid |
Gradual |
Frequency |
Varies depending on exposure to allergen |
Varies – but more common during winter months |
If it’s hayfever you have, there are a number of options available to treat and ease symptoms. Not all hayfever sufferers have the same symptoms – while some may frequently sneeze and have an itchy nose, others may have a runny nose and itchy eyes, so it’s important to talk to your Unichem Pharmacist about your individual symptoms.