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When OTC Allergy Medications Aren’t Enough
Over-the-counter (OTC) medications are the first line of defense for many people with allergies. Antihistamines, such as Benadryl or Zyrtec, are especially common; one poll shows that half of all people with allergies use antihistamines.…
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Wildfire Smoke vs. Allergies: How to Tell What’s Triggering Your Symptoms
As we approach late summer, it’s time to begin bracing for wildfire season. Climate change has increased the frequency and intensity of wildfires in the western U.S., meaning that smoke and bad air quality is…
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Summer Allergies in San Francisco
Over 25% of adults in the U.S. have seasonal allergies. For residents of the Bay Area who suffer from allergies, summer pollen season can really pack a punch. Let’s discuss what’s in the air this…
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Sinus vs. Allergy Headaches: How to Tell the Difference
Headaches that originate in your sinuses and nasal area can be incredibly uncomfortable. You may feel a dull ache behind your eyes or cheekbones, or a sensation of pressure behind your temples or bridge of…
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What Causes Summer Sinus Infections?Â
What causes summer sinus infections? Well, many of the same causes of winter sinus infections. Sinus problems do not discriminate between the seasons. It is an inflammation for all seasons, and many factors can contribute…
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Chronic Sinusitis And Allergies: What To Know
Do you live with the discomfort and symptoms of chronic sinusitis? By now you probably know you have those annoying seasonal allergies, but they never seem to give you a break. Chronic sinusitis and allergies: what…
