Hay Fever During Pregnancy

What is hay fever.

Hay fever during pregnancy. Hay fever can cause runny noses streaming eyes and sore throats. Holly says the following are not recommended in pregnancy. It can make spring and summer miserable for those who suffer from it as this is when pollen is at its highest.

It is very common and is often overlooked as a trivial allergy however getting it during pregnancy can be a serious problem. Luckily if the fever was caused by a viral illness hydration and. But its all the more difficult when youre pregnant or breastfeeding and perhaps experiencing an increased sensitivity to allergens as a result.

Although a fever is not typically dangerous when it occurs during pregnancy it may affect a developing fetus. Coping with hay fever during pregnancy Coping with hay fever at any time is bad enough. Antihistamines are not recommended during pregnancy read more about why not which sucks when youre pregnant and youve got hayfever.

Your doctor may prescribe a steroid nasal spray or eye drops if you have a stuffy nose or itchy eyes. While they wont harm you or your baby they can have an impact on your general wellbeing giving you a stuffy nose and causing sneezing or lack of sleep. Loratadine and Cetirizine are commonly prescribed during pregnancy she says.

TREATMENT OF HAY FEVER ALLERGIC RHINITIS IN PREGNANCY View printable version Date of issue. Your doctor or pharmacist will help you weigh up the risks and benefits and find a treatment plan that works for you. Hay fever often flares up at the start of spring and later in the summer or early fall.

For case-specific advice please contact UKTIS on 0344 892 0909. These are usually the first port of call when treating hay fever during pregnancy. Hay fever is a seasonal allergy that affects the sinuses during late spring and early summer months.