Don’t Let Fall Allergy Season Get You Down

Dr. Leslie Gonzalez discusses the difference between allergies and colds and shares the latest must-haves and tips to help with allergy symptoms

From the LifeMinute.TV Team

September 28, 2023

Pumpkin spice and changing leaves means fall is in the air, and unfortunately, so is cold and allergy season. Fortunately, Zyrtec partner and family physician Dr. Leslie Gonzalez joins us with all the tips and knowledge you need to tell the difference between allergies and a cold and how to conquer your symptoms to get relief.

For starters, determine if your symptoms are caused by a cold or allergies. The transition to fall does come with a lot of confusion because the symptoms of a cold and allergies can be very similar, depending on the person. Dr. Gonzalez always recommends consulting your doctor. Allergy symptoms usually flare up when exposed to allergens you’re most sensitive to and cause symptoms such as itchy eyes, nose, or throat. Pay attention to when you experience these symptoms to identify the bothersome allergens. People typically experience a wet cough with a cold and can potentially run a fever. Allergies don’t cause fevers, so that’s a primary difference to look for.

If suffering from allergies and congestion, Dr. Gonzalez recommends Zyrtec-D to her patients. The 2-in-1 allergy medicine not only helps relieve eight different symptoms of allergies but is also a powerful decongestant. It starts to work on your congestion in 30 minutes, and it works for 12 hours. You can find Zyrtec-D at the pharmacy counter.

Dr. Gonzalez recommends Zyrtec tablets if you have typical allergy symptoms without congestion. They start working at hour one and provide full, 24 hours of prescription-strength relief so you can enjoy all the fall activities without worrying about your symptoms getting in the way. Plus, Zyrtec works fast, stays strong, and works twice as hard when you take it again the next day. Find more information on all Zyrtec products at zyrtec.com.

What else do we need to do to help with fall allergy symptoms? With the temperatures cooling down and fall activities in full swing, when coming inside from spending time outdoors, always wash your hands and face, change your clothes, and throw them in the wash. People don’t realize that a lot of dust, dander, and pollen can get caught on your clothes and bring in a lot of allergens into your home.

Next, when outdoors, always bring a hat and sunglasses to help limit your exposure to allergens, especially if it’s windy and the pollen is more likely to be in the air.

Lastly, check the weather and pollen count before planning a day outdoors. Unfortunately, sometimes, the best option if allergens are high that day is to shift your plans to something indoors. Luckily, in the fall, there are plenty of fun things inside to do.