Allergy Season: Why do I have symptoms out of season?

Thank you Sue! I just found out that there is a "Perennial Rhinitis" which is where I am at. I am dealing with many options that hopefully will help my constant throat clearing condition.
On 11/09/22 I had surgery on my nose and sinuses: ESS, Septoplasty & Turbinate reduction. The surgery was a success and I am breathing better now but still have the constant drainage and throat clearing. I am continually searching for a solution to help. I have what I call my "5:00 PM meltdown" with mucus lodged in my throat. It is on-going very hard to live with.
Thank you!

I understand that completely and when I am having a hard time I think about going back on the antihistamine. I have done it a few times but always stop after a week. The Mucinex states (in bold print) "do not take longer that 7 days". I believe one of the side effects were kidney stones.
Benadryl had side affects of "dementia & Alzheimer's". This is very concerning to me.
I have ordered an Air Purifier and better filters for my ac/heating system and will see what happens with that.

Have you discussed with your doctor different ways to cough so that you can get rid of what is collecting in the back of your throat? Google how to cough up phlegm and see which one works for you. It's also important to note the color of your phlegm because some colors can indicate infections or other problems.
Merry

Hi @fab44
So, happy that your surgery worked. I am allergic to too many things, so many sinus infections!
I take my allergy meds twice a day and use fluconase (that was a game changer). I do not use the same allergy meds for more than two years, I rotate the type. My allergies are at their worst in the winter. I agree that it sounds like the meds are wearing off. If you have a 24 hour pill you could cut in half, and take it an hour before your body starts having issues. You should contact your doctor first though, I have pratical experience, not medical knowledge.

Thank you!
I will check out "fluconase" and am glad that is working for you.
When I was taking Mucinex it was 1200 mg every 12 hours and that worked well for me. It stated on the box "do not use for more than 7 days". In bold print!

Why do you say you are out of season? I react to mushroom and tree spores, especially catkins, and the blighters are out a month early in the UK! I just suddenly started sneezing so had to go check. Dont assume hay fever is limited to the hay season. Lots of sites track allergens for longer than just the summer now, but sadly not during the winter, so those of us allergic to the winter flowers and plants just have to play it by ear 😫

Please consult your doctor - On the Mucinex 600 mg guaifenesin-only extended release version, it says: "Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness." If it is working for you, it is likely the doctor will tell you to keep using it as needed.

I have take guaifenesin daily for over 35 years without any issues. When I first started, it was a prescription, generic & very cheap. and my ENT at the time said he had used it for years himself... Now it is over-the-counter, Mucinex held the patent on the long-acting version for years, and there are finally cheaper generics coming.

Also, vaporizers are great - just be sure to use a steam one, or if you use a cold one, to clean it scrupulously at least once a week. Otherwise, they can be breeding grounds for lots of nasty bacteria & spray it into the air.
Sue

Why do you say you are out of season? I react to mushroom and tree spores, especially catkins, and the blighters are out a month early in the UK! I just suddenly started sneezing so had to go check. Dont assume hay fever is limited to the hay season. Lots of sites track allergens for longer than just the summer now, but sadly not during the winter, so those of us allergic to the winter flowers and plants just have to play it by ear 😫