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Could this be allergies?April 13, 2004
I have a sore throat, enlarged lymph nodes, sneezing, burning eyes, nasal drip, trouble swallowing. I have neck pain, joint pain, sinus pressure. My throat hurts, I have white blisters on my throat and I have a fever. My ears have felt like they have had water in them, ears sound like I am hearing the ocean, constant clearing my throat, raspy voice, coughing. Could this be allergies? The above questions were compiled from many questions I've received over the past month. See my list of common allergy symptoms here. Always check with your physician regarding symptoms. Your physician will order tests based on the medical history you provide and his physical examination to best determine the reason for your symptoms. Your physician is the one most qualified to diagnose your condition. My assessment of various symptoms below is based on generalities only. Migraine headaches are not usually thought to be caused by allergies. However, allergies can cause excess sinus moisture which can promote growth of bacteria. This can result in a sinus infection with resulting pressure and sinus headache. It is unlikely that dizziness or nausea are directly related to allergies. Dizziness and nausea can be caused by a number of things, some possibly serious, and these symptoms should always be reported to your physician. It is thought that allergies can cause some degree of fatigue. However "trouble sleeping" and "tired all the time" are commonly reported symptoms in every area of medicine. These symptoms should always be reported to your physician, who can do routine testing to see if an underlying medical condition might be causing the problem. A sore throat with blisters or enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, especially if accompanied by a fever, is usually not a sign of allergies, but rather a bacterial or viral infection. See your physician. See also my article:
Noise in the ears is known as tinnitus. While it is possible that allergies could cause sensations of fullness or popping in the ears, this is not generally considered a symptom of allergies. You should see your physician if you experience tinnitus. Coughing may be the first sign of asthma, especially in children. Chronic changes in voice and trouble swallowing should always be checked out by a physician. These usually do not indicate allergies, but can be symptoms of serious conditions. References:
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