How can you manage hay fever season effectively — and when should you see a doctor?

Hay fever (allergic rhinitis) is common across Europe, especially during spring and summer pollen peaks. In this episode, we explain how to manage seasonal allergies safely, what treatments are evidence-based, and when medical assessment is appropriate.

You’ll learn:

• What hay fever is: an IgE-mediated allergic response to pollen

• Typical symptoms: sneezing, itchy eyes, nasal congestion, and sinus pressure

• How antihistamines, intranasal corticosteroids, and eye drops work

• When combination therapy may be considered after doctor review

• The difference between hay fever, sinus infection, and common cold

• When symptoms warrant medical evaluation, including asthma overlap or severe reactions ...