Seasonal Allergy Treatment

Quick Intro

VEI Clinic Apgujeong provides English-friendly care for seasonal allergies (hay fever/allergic rhinitis)—relieving sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, and congestion during pollen or pollution peaks.

What Seasonal Allergies Are

Seasonal allergies occur when your immune system reacts to pollen, mold spores, or seasonal environmental triggers. Typical symptoms include:

• Sneezing, runny or blocked nose
• Itchy, watery eyes
• Postnasal drip, throat itch, cough
• Fatigue or “brain fog” during allergy season

Our Approach at VEI Clinic

We combine medical treatment, trigger management, and testing/referral when needed.

What we offer (doctor-guided):

• Detailed history & exam: identify triggers and timing
• Medication plan:
• Non-sedating antihistamines
• Nasal steroid sprays
• Leukotriene blockers (selected cases)
• Short-course oral steroids for severe flares (if indicated)
• Eye drops for allergic conjunctivitis
• Immunotherapy counseling: sublingual immunotherapy or subcutaneous allergy shots (or referral) for long-term desensitization
• Environmental guidance: pollen forecasts, air purifiers, mask use

Who Might Not Be a Candidate for Routine Clinic Care (Today)

• Severe breathing difficulty, swelling of lips/tongue, or anaphylaxis → call 119 or go to the ER
• Asthma exacerbation with low peak flow or severe wheezing needing urgent inhalers/steroids

Preparation (Simple Checklist)

• Bring your medication/allergy list (antihistamines, inhalers, eye drops)
• Note when your symptoms occur and what triggers them (pollen, dust, pets)
• If testing is planned, ask if you should stop antihistamines beforehand (usually 3–7 days for skin tests)

Aftercare & Self-Care Tips

• Check pollen forecasts; keep windows closed on high-count days
• Shower and change clothes after outdoor exposure
• Use saline nasal rinses before steroid sprays for better effect
• Maintain indoor air filters and vacuum with a HEPA filter
• Plan your medication before travel or pollen season to prevent flares

Pricing & Insurance Notes

• Fees vary by consult, testing, and prescriptions
• Most visitors pay upfront; many insurers reimburse with documentation
• Ask for an itemized English receipt (with diagnosis/procedure codes)

Safety Note (Not an Emergency Service)

If you develop anaphylaxis (throat tightness, severe wheezing, swelling, dizziness), call 119 or go to an ER immediately. Our clinic handles non-emergency allergy care.

What to Bring

• Medication & supplement list, prior allergy test results
• Payment method (card/cash); insurer details if you’ll file a claim