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what to do if i cannot take antihistamines, how can i get allergy relief?

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Dr. Marc Serota
Dr. Marc Serota answered
Dermatology 14 years experience
Options to treat: 1. AVOIDANCE (strategies depend on what you're allergic to. For pollen use A/C, close windows, wash face and hands when you get home) 2. nasal steroid spray 3. antihistamine nasal spray 4. antihistamine eye drops 5. allergy shots
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