
Symptom |
Description |
Covid-19? |
Seasonal allergies? |
Sneezing |
Sneezing (either ongoing or episodic) is a common symptom of many medical conditions |
No. Sneezing is not a common sign of Covid-19 infection. |
Yes. Allergies can commonly cause sneezing. |
Nasal Congestion & runny nose |
This happens when inflamed tissue inside the nose produces excessive fluid, resulting in a runny nose. |
No. Covid-19 does not cause nasal congestion or a runny nose. |
Yes. Nasal congestion or a runny nose are very common signs of nasal allergies. |
Itchy or watery eyes |
Itchy or watery eyes is an overproduction of tears. |
No. Coronavirus does not trigger eye discomfort. |
Yes. Allergies commonly trigger eye discomfort, such as itchy and watery eyes. |
Headache |
Headaches occur in several forms, from tension headaches to sinus pain to migraines. |
Sometimes. This could be a symptom of Covid-19 |
Sometimes. Seasonal allergies can cause migraines and sinus headaches. |
Fever |
Body temperature above 38°C is considered a fever |
Yes. Fever is a reliable indicator of a coronavirus infection |
No. Fever is not a sign of seasonal allergies. |
Dry Cough |
Is a cough that does not produce mucus. |
Yes. Dry cough is a key symptom of coronavirus. |
Sometimes. Seasonal allergies may cause a dry cough that can linger for several weeks |
Shortness of breath |
This feels as if you can’t get enough air. It can be accompanied by chest pain or chest ‘tightness’. |
Yes. Shortness of breath in conjunction with dry cough and fever can indicate a potential Covid-19 infection |
Sometimes. When the person has a respiratory condition such as asthma |
Sore throat |
Sore throats can be caused by a virus or bacterial infection. |
Sometimes. Can be a warning sign of coronavirus. |
Sometimes. Usually the symptoms of a sore throat are mild. |
Muscle or body ache |
Muscle or body ache is a sign of many conditions, like flu. Can also be caused by anaemia, stress, arthritis, vitamin D deficiency or fibromyalgia. |
Yes. Although this is a less common symptom, it still occurs. Some people even experience intense body sores |
No. Allergies should not cause muscle or body ache. |
Loss of smell or taste |
Loss of smell or taste can be signs of several health problems. |
Yes. These symptoms -temporary or sometimes permanent - appear to be prevalent in Covid-19. |
Common. Hay fever can affect your sense of smell and taste. |
Vomiting/nausea |
Vomiting or nausea are common symptoms of many conditions. |
Yes. Some patients experience nausea or vomiting before getting a fever. |
No. Vomiting and nausea are rarely associated with seasonal allergies. |
Diarrhea |
Diarrhea is a common symptom that usually does not last more than a few days. |
Sometimes. Diarrhea symptoms can appear to Covid-19 patients first, before fever and difficulty breathing. |
Sometimes. It is not a common symptom but can occur. Diarrhea is especially common in food allergies. |
Fatigue |
Fatigue or constant tiredness can be a physical or mental condition or both. |
Sometimes. Coronavirus can make you feel depleted and very tired. |
Sometimes. Seasonal allergies can make you tired due to the lack of sleep caused by constant nasal congestion. |
When your spring allergy symptoms are really bad, your sinuses can be sore and achy. Clear a blocked nose with a preservative-free nasal decongestant.
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Nozoil Nasal Spray is an effective treatment that will put an end to your stuffy nose. The spray is the easiest way to unclog your nose during allergy season.
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Nozoil Nasal Drops helps relieve nasal dryness and restores moist in the crusty nasal tissues. The sesame seed oil brings long lasting moisturising effects.
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Dry air can cause problems for those who suffer from respiratory problems or allergies. Breathing air that is higher in humidity is a way to relieve the symptoms and discomfort of allergies and asthma. Try a vaporiser or humidifier.
If your allergies are caused by asthma, these devices can help you with some relief:
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The Wymedical Portable Mesh Nebuliser is a very handy and small handheld nebuliser that uses vibrating mesh technology. It fits discreetly in your bag or pocket. The quiet device has adjustable flow rate to ease asthma and other airway diseases.
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Our Liberty Pump Nebuliser by Liberty Health is an aerosol therapy device that allows continuous operation thanks to its compressor. The device is a quality product suitable for a wide range of medication. Ideal for home use. It comes with a full set of accessories: mask, mouthpiece and nasal sprongs.
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