03/05/2023
Is there an injection for hay fever? Does it work? and what are the risks?
It's that time of year again!
With Spring and Summer approaching, as many as 1 in 5 people in the UK will suffer from hay fever symptoms such as a runny or blocked nose, sneezing, runny eyes and absolute misery for weeks on end!
Allergy to grass pollen is the most common, and so worst in May and June, but tree pollen can affect people in the spring, and w**d and mould pollen in the autumn.
Hay fever happens when the bodyâs immune system is triggered by the pollen.
What can be done to treat hay fever?
Most hay fever sufferers take tablets called âantihistaminesâ which can be very effective, but for some people these are not strong enough to relieve their suffering.
Is there an injection for hay fever?
Yes, absolutely! Many people swear by a yearly âhay fever injectionâ To our patients, these injections are a godsend. In those that come to our clinic, they seem to be extremely effective, and it is a joy to see the improvement in peopleâs lives we can give with just a simple jag.
How does the hay fever injection work?
The hay fever injection damps down the bodyâs immune reaction, relieving symptoms.
Is the hay fever injection safe?
Yes. When treating hay fever the overall dose of corticosteroid is extremely low, and the side effects are minimal.Â
Corticosteroids are very powerful medications that have unfortunately been given a bad reputation.  IF you were to have lots of injections very frequently, you would risk a lot of side effects. BUT we NEVER give these injections frequently. Most people only require them only once a year, and at most we would prescribe them a maximum of three times a year.
You should always, however, see a qualified doctor, as if you have stomach ulcers, diabetes, or ongoing infections, among other conditions, there could be a risk of side effects.
Where can I get a hay fever injection in Glasgow?
If you want a professional consultation from a team of qualified doctors to make sure that it is right for you, and safe, then:
visit out website www.pandb.uk
or call us on 0141 3450883
to book in for a hay fever consultation in our Glasgow Clinic.
