{"id":2916,"date":"2024-04-12T18:28:30","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T22:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spartanburgent.com\/?p=2916"},"modified":"2024-04-12T18:28:31","modified_gmt":"2024-04-12T22:28:31","slug":"when-should-i-see-an-allergist-for-allergy-testing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spartanburgent.com\/when-should-i-see-an-allergist-for-allergy-testing\/","title":{"rendered":"When Should I See an Allergist for Allergy Testing?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
It\u2019s that time again. That time when flowers bloom, and people begin to brush winter dust out of their homes. While spring is a long-awaited season for many, it can be challenging for those with allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever. Hay fever affects approximately 20% of people in the United States<\/a> and may cause symptoms including sneezing, congestion, itchy nose and red or watery eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While many people with mild hay fever may opt for home remedies or medication for symptom management, those with moderate to severe symptoms may benefit from testing and treatment from an allergy specialist.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy Is Allergy Testing Important?<\/h2>\n\n\n