The symptoms are the same for all of these allergies, but you might only get some of them. If you suffer during the usual hay fever season – ranging from March to September – you could be allergic to fungal spores or pollen from trees, grass or weeds.

Perennial allergic rhinitis: this is when you suffer from allergies and hay fever symptoms all year round.

Seasonal allergic rhinitis: this is when you suffer from hay fever and allergies during a certain time of year – usually spring and summer.

At least it’s good to know you’re not alone, right? There are two types of hay fever: Hay fever is one of the most common allergies in the UK, with more than 10 million people dealing with it. We’ve put together a handy guide of the different types of pollen, plus a pollen calendar to help you pinpoint what you could be allergic to. We’re here to help you put away the tissues and breathe freely. If you’re one of the unlucky few, you might have hay fever all year round (and you’ll have our sympathies, too). Not sure when your symptoms are going to strike? It’s not easy to track, but it’s usually spring and summer. If you have to deal with hayfever allergies, you’ll know all about the sneezing, wheezing and streaming eyes that can come with this otherwise glorious time of year – and you’re probably not a fan, either. and this is an event we’re not celebrating. Read our editorial policy to see how we create informative, accurate content. Reviewed and fact-checked by Giulia Guerrini, Superintendent Pharmacist.

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