Asthma and Hay Fever

8 in 100 people in the UK have asthma

1 in 4 adults and 1 in 10 children have hay fever

Approx 80% of people with asthma have hay fever

Approx 40% of people with hay fever have asthma

People with asthma who have hay fever experience:

Take a regular antihistamine available over the counter (Cetirizine, Loratadine, Fexofenadine)
If you have nasal symptoms take a nasal steroid spray (not a decongestant spray). Remember correct nasal spray technique is essential – watch the video here.
See your GP or Respiratory Nurse if these don’t help improve symptoms
Look at the hay fever advice on the NHS website as well for more hints on managing your hay fever

Know how to step up your inhalers if needed – make sure you have your asthma action plan – if you don’t have an action plan or are unsure make an appointment to see your GP or Respiratory Nurse for a review
Make sure you are taking your antihistamines and / or nasal spray regularly
Be aware of worsening symptoms and seek advice if worried
Overuse of your blue inhaler / reliever is not ok. This could indicate that your asthma is not as well controlled as it could be and a review with your GP / Respiratory Nurse is recommended. Overuse is defined as needing your blue inhaler regularly more than 3 times a week

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Margate
Kent
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