Very high pollen levels are expected across parts of England and Wales later in the week, as we near a peak in the grass pollen season.
The Met Office has issued the following Pollen forecast for the United Kingdom:
10 things you should know about Pollen – 10 things you should know about pollen – Met Office
Hay fever is usually worse between late March and September, especially when it’s warm, humid and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest.
Symptoms of hay fever include:
- sneezing and coughing
- a runny or blocked nose
- itchy, red or watery eyes
- itchy throat, mouth, nose and ears
- loss of smell
- pain around your temples and forehead
- headache
- earache
- feeling tired
If you have asthma, you might also:
- have a tight feeling in your chest
- be short of breath
- wheeze and cough
Hay fever will last for weeks or months, unlike a cold, which usually goes away after 1 to 2 weeks.
For more advice – Hay fever – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
