*It is particularly likely to affect sufferers of other allergic conditions, such as asthma and eczema, and those who have a family history of the condition
*Symptoms of hay fever include a runny and itchy nose, watery eyes and repeated sneezing. The condition tends to manifest itself in early teenage years, although younger children can sometimes be affected by it. The condition usually reaches its peak in the early twenties
*Medical experts recommend the best treatment for hay fever is to avoid exposure to pollen, although they acknowledge this is difficult in peak pollen times such as summer. Symptoms are likely to be worse in mornings and evenings, so parents are advised to keep doors and windows shut at these times
*Antihistamine drugs are the primary medicinal treatment for hay fever. These are available in liquid form for children who find tablets difficult to take
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