Key questions for the allergy suffer to consider

·         When did the symptoms start?

·         How long have they been present?

·         When are symptoms present (is there a seasonal pattern or do certain environments trigger symptoms)? 

·         How often do the symptoms occur? 

·         Are symptoms present all day or do they get better at some points during the day?

·         Has there been any change in the environment that may be contributing to the symptoms (construction in the home/just started cutting the grass)? 

·         Which symptoms are most bothersome?  This may help determine which treatment is most appropriate.  Children sometimes present with only nasal congestion.