Can hay fever cause a blocked nose?

Yes, hay fever can cause a blocked nose. This happens when pollen triggers an allergic reaction that leads to nasal congestion. A blocked nose is one of the common symptoms of hay fever.

Key points:

  • Hay fever often causes a blocked or stuffy nose.
  • Nasal congestion from hay fever can feel worse at night.
  • Symptoms like a blocked nose appear quickly after pollen exposure.

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