Got the sniffles or sneezes? Sometimes it’s difficult to know whether you’re suffering from hayfever or a cold. This table will help you identify what your symptoms mean.
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.