What are the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever)?

What are the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever)?

Hay fever symptoms can appear throughout the year. Outdoor allergies are worse in the spring, summer and early fall. In warm weather, weeds and flowers bloom, and pollen counts are higher. Indoor allergies, such as those that result from pet dander and dust mites, can get worse in winter because people spend more time indoors.

Symptoms of hay fever include:

• Nasal stuffiness (congestion), sneezing and runny nose.
• Itchy nose, throat and eyes.
• Headaches, sinus pain and dark circles under the eyes.
• Increased mucus in the nose and throat.
• Fatigue and malaise (general feeling of discomfort).
• Sore throat from mucus dripping down the throat (postnasal drip).
• Wheezing, coughing and trouble breathing.