allergy symptoms?

Question

I have was recently diagnosed with a cat allergy. For the past week Ive had a feeling of fullness in my head and some sinus pressure. Is the fullness and lightheadedness a symptom of allergies?

Answer 1

There is often the misconception that allergies means sneezing and wheezing. There are many symptoms of allergies and you can have one or a combination of the following:

* Runny nose
* Frequent or repetitive sneezing
* Itching in the nose, eyes, throat, or roof of the mouth
* Nasal congestion
* Postnasal drip
* Sinus headache
* Plugged ears.
* Decreased sense of smell
* Burning, tearing, or itchy eyes
* Conjunctivitis (red, swollen eyes)
* Breathing difficulties including wheezing
* Coughing
* Headache
* Drop in blood pressure
* Hives
* Itching skin
* Skin rashes
* Stomach cramps
* Diarrhea
* Vomiting
* Fatigue.
* Mental changes can include irritability, a slight decrease in attention span, worsened memory, and slower thinking.
* In severe allergies, dark circles may develop under the eye. The lower eyelid may be puffy and lined with creases.

Take an antihistamine such as Reactine or Benadryl to see if the symptoms disappear. There are many saline sprays available over the counter to ease congestion.

Answer 2

Yes it can be,but also suggests a possible sinus infection.Invest in a neti pot which is a pot designed to be filled with salt water and irrigated through your sinus passages,by pouring the spout through one nostril and out the other.This will wash any allergens,danders or irritants from your sinus cavities,its completely safe and highly recommended by physicians.

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Answer 3

Absolutely.

Answer 4

It certainly is. You might want to try saline nasal spray to help with your allergies. I use it for my allergies and it helps me a lot and is very safe.

Answer 5

yes definitely