Allergy treatment and care Each year, millions of Americans are impacted by seasonal allergies. When you visit GoHealth Urgent Care, we can help diagnose, treat and manage various seasonal and environmental allergies. Location Choose a location near you Reason for visit How can we help you? Date & time Choose timeslot Urgent Care for allergy symptoms Diagnose your symptoms Determine if you are experiencing seasonal allergies or your symptoms are a sign of something else. Provide treatment Immediate relief from frustrating symptoms like wheezing, red eyes, itchy rashes and runny noses. Create a treatment plan Create a treatment plan that offers both immediate and long-term relief from seasonal allergies. Common allergies and types of allergies What causes allergies? An allergy occurs when an external substance comes in contact with your body and triggers an overreaction by the immune system. There are many types of common allergies. Some are caused by the change in seasons, whereas others are year-round. GoHealth can help diagnose and treat: Food allergies Certain foods can trigger an allergic reaction or other symptoms. Environmental allergies While dust mites and cockroaches don’t sting, they can still cause allergic reactions. Drug allergies Some people are allergic to certain medications or allergic reactions can be a side effect of the medication. Insect bites Bites and stings from insects like bed bugs, bees, wasps, ants and hornets can cause allergic reactions and may require immediate treatment. Seasonal allergies While many believe that spring is the prime season for allergies, seasonal allergy symptoms can pop up any time. Winter allergies Allergies in winter are commonly triggered by animals, dust mites or mold and can be exacerbated by dryness in the air. Fall & Spring allergies Pollen in the spring and fall can cause a wide variety of allergy symptoms, such as sneezing, wheezing or itchy eyes. Summer allergies Spending time outdoors in warmer weather can put you in contact with certain plants like poison ivy that cause allergic reactions. Allergy symptoms and triggers Most of us are familiar with the common symptoms of allergies. Symptoms include: Wheezing or chest tightness Red, itchy, watery eyes Rashy, red or raised skin Runny or stuffy nose Fever Sore throat Cough Headache Swollen lips, tongue, face or eyes Stomach pain, vomiting or diarrhea The trigger of the allergic reaction is exposure to an allergen or something you are allergic to. An allergen is usually a benign substance, like pollen or dust, that causes a reaction in certain people. Symptoms can develop within a few minutes of being exposed to an allergen or over a period of a few hours. Most allergic reactions are mild, but can occasionally result in a severe reaction called anaphylaxis. If you experience any of the symptoms mentioned above, you might be having an allergic reaction. Rarely, an allergic reaction can become life-threatening. If you begin to experience throat tightness or difficulty breathing you should seek immediate medical attention at an emergency room or by calling 911. Allergy treatment options The first step to treating allergies is to determine the underlying cause. We can begin the evaluation via a virtual or in-person visit. If we determine you need to be tested for allergies, there are two main types of tests that help diagnose allergies. We can refer you to a local allergist who can help with these types of tests. Depending on the results of your evaluation and diagnostic tests, you may need treatment for your allergies. There are several types of allergic reaction treatments available: Medicine Antihistamines, decongestants and corticosteroids are the most commonly used medications for allergies. Nebulizer or Inhaler If you are having difficulty breathing or cannot take certain medications orally, a breathing treatment can help. Shots Allergy shots use gradual exposure to allergens that can help your immune system desensitize to the trigger. Although we don’t offer shots at GoHealth Urgent Care, we can refer you to a specialist who does. Emergency epinephrine If you are having an anaphylactic reaction, you may require an injection of epinephrine (Epi Pen) which we can provide at GoHealth UC either for immediate use or to carry with you when you need it. Other conditions GoHealth Urgent Care treats Other conditions that we can treat at GoHealth Urgent Care in addition to seasonal or acute allergies include related conditions such as: Minor animal or insect bites/stings Mild asthma attacks & asthma symptoms Rashes or skin infections Wheezing Eczema Save your spot All services Frequently asked questions Allergies When is allergy season? What helps with allergies? Are allergies contagious? Where do I go for an allergic reaction? Urgent care or the ER? Is it COVID-19 or allergies? 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