3 lesser-known symptoms of seasonal allergies

Children may have behavioral issues due to fatigue if they can't sleep because of their allergies.

Allergists and meteorologists across the country agree: This spring is on track to be one of the worst ever on record for allergy sufferers. This means that even if you’re used to your normal spring allergy symptoms, you might find yourself experiencing some new ones that you’ve never encountered before. Most people are familiar with the coughing, sneezing and watery eyes that come with seasonal allergies, but there are some symptoms that are less common and might surprise you. Here are a few of these less common symptoms:

  • Itchy ears. Just like your eyes and nose, your ears can also become itchy if they’re exposed to too many allergens. You might think you have an ear infection or water in your ear due to the swelling that can come with this irritation. See your doctor for prescription ear drops if this symptom is becoming a problem and doesn’t go away with ordinary antihistamines.
  • Sore throat in the morning. Allergies clog your nose, forcing you to breathe through your mouth while you sleep. This in turn causes the back of your throat to dry out, making it feel sore. The good news is that this symptom usually gets better throughout the day as you drink water and moisten your throat again.
  • Behavioral issues in children. If allergies keep your children from getting a good night’s sleep, they may act moody and defiant during the day due to fatigue. If your child has allergies and their teacher or caretaker complains to you about their behavior, it’s a good idea to make sure it’s not being caused by allergies before you assume deeper issues are at play.

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