Does Hay Fever Make You Sick?

Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. But unlike a cold, hay fever isn't caused by a virus.

Can hayfever make you feel sick and tired?

Yes, allergies can make you feel tired. Most people with a stuffy nose and head caused by allergies will have some trouble sleeping. But allergic reactions can also release chemicals that cause you to feel tired.

What are the symptoms of bad hayfever?

The symptoms of hay fever include:
  • frequent sneezing.
  • runny or blocked nose.
  • itchy, red or watery eyes (allergic conjunctivitis)
  • an itchy throat, mouth, nose and ears.
  • cough, caused by postnasal drip (mucus dripping down the throat from the back of the nose)
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