*** SEASONAL ALLERGIES

• • runny nose/congestion, red/itchy/watery eyes, dry/itchy skin

  • Please discuss the importance of having your child blow their nose to help with drainage

  • Speak with your child's pediatrician about starting an OTC daily children's allergy medicaiton such as Children's Zyrtec, Claritin, Allegra or Xyzal

  • OTC allergy eye drops are also available typically for ages 4 and older (always check with your child's PCP first or follow dosing directions on packaging)

  • If your child suffers from asthma triggered by allergies please keep a close eye on their symptoms during a flare up and alert me as needed

Nosebleeds are very common with cold dry weather and allergies. Here are a few things you can do at home:

• • • humidifiers

    • drink plenty of water

    • vaseline to opening of nostril

    • nasal saline spray