Hay fever allergy symptoms can feel a lot like having a cold. However, there is no quick fix or specific medication to take for allergies like you would for the flu or strep throat. Allergies will not cause a fever or body aches, so that is usually the tell-tale difference between a seasonal allergy and a cold. Some of the most common allergy symptoms include: • Runny nose • Stuffy nose • Sneezing • Temporary loss of smell • Headache • Fatigue • Sore throat • Coughing • Snoring • Watery and itchy eyes • Ear congestion • Itchy sinuses or throat • Postnasal drainage Occasionally, although not as common, they can also include: • Shortness of breath • Wheezing • Coughing If you have asthma, it is important to note that hay fever can also trigger an asthma attack. Some of those symptoms can include: • Rapid breathing • Sweating • Tight chest or pressure in the chest • Severe wheezing • Difficulty talking • Persistent coughing