Treatment

• antihistamines are anti-allergy drugs that stop the release of histamine, preventing symptoms from occurring.
• nasal and optical decongestants shrink the swollen blood vessels of the nose and eyes, relieving the symptoms of swelling and irritation.
• topical creams soothe, moisturise and relieve the itchy, burning sensation common to allergy affected skin. Some are antiseptic or anti-inflammatory and act as a mild local anaesthetic.
• desensitisation is a series of injections to reduce the body’s response to the offending substance.