This time of year, you might have an attack of sinus pressure, congestion, and watery eyes.
And these symptoms may have you wondering if you have thecoronavirusorallergies?
Trouble breathing and shortness of breath have been telltale COVID-19 symptoms since the beginning.
Identifying a few key symptoms can help you determine if you have coronavirus or allergies.
But the virus can cause a wide range of symptoms, some of which experts are still learning about.
But the chances of experiencing symptoms that make you feel really ill are higher if you havent been vaccinated.
So even though these post-vaccine side effects can be unpleasant, theyre a sign of a good thing!
How long does it take for symptoms of COVID-19 to appear after exposure?
Generally, COVID-19 symptoms happen between 2 and 14 days after you’ve been around someone with the condition.
What are some common allergy symptoms?
After all, anything that messes with your immune system can leave you feeling run down.
In response to an infection, your body temperature might increase in an attempt to kill pathogens.
A higher temperature may also trigger your immune system to make more white blood cells and antibodies.
You should not get a fever with allergies, Dr. Sindher says.
If my patients who have allergy symptoms are reporting fever, Im concerned about an infection.
Also pay attention to any itchiness, which can set COVID-19 and seasonal allergies apart.
Typically, itchiness and environmental allergies go hand in hand, Dr. Sindher says.
Another tip is to trust your knowledge of your body.
That said,nothaving those symptoms doesnt guarantee you dont have the coronavirus.
Can you have allergies and COVID-19 at the same time?
Keep in mind theres also the possibility that youre dealing withbothallergy symptoms andCOVID-19.
What to do if I am not sure if I am experiencing allergies or COVID-19 symptoms?
Thats true even if youre vaccinated.
If you think you might have COVID-19, you should get tested.
(or call 911).
But if youre experiencinganyadditional symptoms, its a good idea to get tested, he notes.
Heres how to prevent getting COVID-19 as best as you’re free to.
Beyond that, continue sticking with all the best COVID-19 practices youve learned over the last 18-plus months too.
Keep on washing your hands frequently or using hand sanitizer when soap and water arent available.
The R&R will do your body good (no matter what kind of illness you have!)
and youll reduce your chances of infecting anyone else.
