hay fever
noun
: an acute allergic reaction to pollen that is usually seasonal and is marked by sneezing, nasal discharge and congestion, and itching and watering of the eyes
called also pollinosis
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The National Center for Health Statistics found that around 67 million adults and 14 million children were diagnosed with hay fever in 2021.
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Lauren O'Connor, Health, 5 May 2025
The National Center for Health Statistics found that around 67 million adults and 14 million children were diagnosed with hay fever in 2021.
—Ashley Fredde, Idaho Statesman, 20 Apr. 2025
In the case of hay fever, the mast cell activation occurs in the eyes, nose, and lungs, Hsu said.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Apr. 2025
Allergy shots: Allergy shots, otherwise known as immunotherapy, can effectively treat allergy symptoms, especially those with hay fever and seasonal allergies.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 23 Jan. 2025
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“Hay fever.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hay%20fever. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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hay fever
noun
: an acute allergic reaction to pollen that is usually seasonal and is marked by sneezing, nasal discharge and congestion, and itching and watering of the eyes
called also pollinosis
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