Allergy Quick Test

You know you want to treat your allergy symptoms, but where do you start? Treatment options for allergies include many non-prescription (over-the-counter) and prescription medications.

Is it time to talk to your doctor about your allergies? Take this quick quiz to find out if you should make an appointment with your doctor or if you should go to your local pharmacy to treat your allergy symptoms.

1.	Do you know what triggers your allergies?
	yes
	no
2.	How often do you experience allergy symptoms?
	every day
	a few times a week
	almost never
	I don't know
3.	How often do your allergy symptoms interfere with your daily activities?
	almost never
	a few times a week, but I am able to cope
	every day, but I am able to cope
	every day, and I am finding it hard to cope
	I don't know
4.	Do you have other medical conditions (e.g., high blood pressure, glaucoma)?
	yes
	no
5.	Have you tried a non-prescription allergy medication for more than 2 weeks with limited or no improvement in your allergy symptoms?
	yes
	no
6.	Have you tried a prescription allergy medication for more than 2 weeks with limited or no improvement in your allergy symptoms?
	yes
	no
7.	Are you experiencing side effects with your current allergy treatment?
	yes
	no

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