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Sarasota Seasonal Allergy Services at Lavender Urgent Care & Wellness

Stay Healthy During Allergy Season

Struggling with seasonal allergies? Lavender Urgent Care & Wellness in Sarasota is here to help. Allergies affect millions each year, triggered by dust, pet dander, pollen, mold, and other irritants. Symptoms like a runny nose, sneezing, and hives occur when the body overreacts to these allergens. Often mistaken for a cold or flu, seasonal allergies are triggered by environmental factors prevalent during certain times of the year. Our experienced medical team offers effective treatments to help you enjoy a healthier life.

Common Seasonal Allergy Symptoms

Seasonal allergies can cause a variety of symptoms, including:

Runny or congested nose
Asthma
Sore or itchy throat
Puffy, itchy, or watery eyes
Frequent ear infections
Sinus headaches
Nasal polyps
Conjunctivitis (eye irritation)
Muscle/joint pain
Skin rashes and eczema
Mental issues like confusion, slow thinking, depression, and forgetfulness
Post-nasal drip
Sneezing

Allergies can also lead to respiratory problems like chronic cough, bronchitis, and trouble sleeping.

Tips to Reduce Allergy Exposure

Stay indoors on dry, windy days.
Delegate lawn mowing and gardening tasks or wear a pollen mask.
Change clothes and shower after being outside.
Avoid hanging laundry outside.
Start allergy medications before symptoms begin when pollen counts are high.
Keep doors and windows closed during high pollen times.
Use high-efficiency filters in your HVAC system.
Use a dehumidifier to keep indoor air dry.
Clean with a vacuum that has a HEPA filter.

Over-the-Counter Remedies

Nonprescription medications can help ease allergy symptoms, including:

Oral Antihistamines: Relieve sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes (e.g., Claritin, Zyrtec, Allegra).
Oral Decongestants: Provide temporary relief from nasal stuffiness (e.g., Sudafed).
Nasal Spray Decongestants: Provide temporary relief but should not be used long-term (e.g., Afrin).
Nasal Sprays: Effective when used before symptoms start (e.g., cromolyn sodium).
Combination Medications: Combine an antihistamine with a decongestant (e.g., Claritin-D).

Advanced Treatments

If home remedies aren’t enough, visit us for professional help. We can perform skin or blood tests to identify your specific allergens. Treatments may include prescription medications or allergy shots (immunotherapy), which gradually reduce your immune system’s reaction to allergens.

Frequently Asked Questions About Seasonal Allergies

Is It Seasonal Allergies or a Cold?

If you have a fever or general aches and pains, you likely have a cold. Either way, Lavender Sarasota can help.

What Are Some Common Treatments for Seasonal Allergies?

Nasal steroid sprays, antihistamines, and decongestants are commonly used. Some are available over the counter, while others may require a prescription.

How Can I Identify My Allergy Triggers?

Our providers can help identify your triggers through targeted questions and tests during your visit.

What Causes My Seasonal Allergies?

Common triggers include animal dander, mold, mildew, dust mites, and pollen from trees, grass, and weeds.

Why Choose Lavender Urgent Care & Wellness?

Our in-house lab offers fast, accurate results, reducing costs and providing timely care. At Lavender Urgent Care & Wellness, we strive to deliver the best Urgent Care in a kind, caring, and economical manner, ensuring convenience for all our patients.

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Phone: (941) 364-4379

Address: 2901 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239

Hours: Open 7 days a week

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Lavender Urgent Care FAQs

How can I tell if I have seasonal allergies or a cold?

If you have a temperature or general aches and pains, you’re likely dealing with a cold, not seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies typically cause symptoms such as a runny or congested nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and sinus headaches, but they do not cause fever or body aches. If you’re unsure, Lavender Urgent Care Sarasota can help diagnose and treat your symptoms.

What are some common treatments for seasonal allergies?

Common treatments for seasonal allergies include nasal steroid sprays, antihistamines, and decongestants. Many of these can be purchased over the counter, but some patients may require prescription-strength medication. Our providers can help determine the best treatment for your specific symptoms and needs.

How can I tell what I’m allergic to?

Identifying your allergy triggers can be challenging, but our providers at Lavender Urgent Care Sarasota can help. During your visit, we will ask detailed questions about your symptoms and environment to narrow down potential triggers. In some cases, we may recommend skin or blood tests to determine specific allergens and provide you with tailored treatment options to help you manage your allergies effectively.

Lavender Urgent Care & Wellness

At Lavender Urgent Care & Wellness, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services to our Sarasota community. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped to handle a wide range of medical needs, from urgent care to comprehensive wellness services.

Our team of experienced medical professionals is committed to delivering the highest quality of care, ensuring that each patient receives the individualized attention and support they deserve. Whether you're dealing with a sudden illness or injury, or seeking to improve your overall well-being, Lavender Urgent Care & Wellness is here to help.

Is It Seasonal Allergies or a Cold?

Differentiating between seasonal allergies and a common cold can be challenging, as they often share similar symptoms. However, there are some key distinctions that can help you identify the root cause of your discomfort. Seasonal allergies are typically characterized by a runny or congested nose, sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, and sinus headaches, but they do not typically cause fever or body aches like a cold would.

If you're experiencing a fever, general aches and pains, or a more severe cough, it's more likely that you're dealing with a cold rather than seasonal allergies. Our team of medical professionals can help you determine the underlying cause of your symptoms and provide the appropriate treatment to help you find relief.

What Are Some Common Treatments for Seasonal Allergies?

There are a variety of over-the-counter and prescription treatments available to manage seasonal allergy symptoms. Oral antihistamines, such as Claritin, Zyrtec, or Allegra, can help relieve sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes. Nasal spray decongestants, like Afrin, can provide temporary relief, but should not be used long-term.

Combination medications that combine an antihistamine and a decongestant, such as Claritin-D, can also be effective. For more severe or persistent symptoms, our providers may recommend prescription nasal steroid sprays or other advanced treatments to help you find lasting relief.

How Can I Identify My Allergy Triggers?

Identifying your specific allergy triggers is an important step in managing your symptoms effectively. Common triggers include animal dander, mold, mildew, dust mites, and pollen from trees, grass, and weeds. Our in-house lab offers fast and accurate allergy testing, which can help pinpoint the allergens causing your reactions.

Once you know your triggers, you can take proactive steps to avoid or minimize exposure, such as using air purifiers, changing air filters regularly, and limiting time outdoors during peak pollen seasons. Our team can also provide personalized guidance on how to best manage your specific allergy triggers and symptoms.

What Causes My Seasonal Allergies?

Seasonal allergies are caused by the body's immune system overreacting to certain environmental irritants, known as allergens. When these allergens are inhaled or come into contact with the skin, the body releases histamine and other chemicals, leading to the unpleasant symptoms associated with allergies.

The specific causes of seasonal allergies can vary from person to person, but they are often triggered by pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds, as well as mold, mildew, and dust mites. Factors such as genetics, geographic location, and environmental exposure can all play a role in the development and severity of seasonal allergies.

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