Fast & Effective Allergy Treatment in Tampa, FL

Woman sneezing due to seasonal allergies. She is sitting on a sofa at home with her orange cat surrounded by yellow tulip flowers, medications, and nasal drops.

Nearly 8% of all Americans deal with disruptive seasonal allergies. The most common culprit—particularly in the springtime—is pollen, a powdery substance released into the air by many blooming trees, weeds, and grasses. Although pollen is harmless to humans, some people experience an allergic reaction when they breathe it in. More specifically, their immune system mistakes the inhaled pollen for a dangerous invader, such as a virus or bacteria, then attempts to attack and destroy it. The resulting immune response can set off a variety of uncomfortable, cold-like symptoms and lead to a lot of general misery.

If you need prompt relief from annoying allergy symptoms, consider visiting South Tampa Immediate Care. Our walk-in clinic provides comprehensive, non-emergency health care services to patients of all ages. Whether you need treatment for allergy symptoms or you have another non-life-threatening ailment, we are your first choice for fast and effective medical attention in Tampa, Florida. And we never require appointments—you can either walk right in, or you can make a reservation online before you leave home.

Signs That Your Immune System May Be Overreacting

Some of the most common symptoms of seasonal allergies include:

  • Frequent coughing and sneezing
  • Nasal congestion or a runny nose
  • Sinus pressure and headaches
  • Itchy, teary eyes
  • Dark circles under your eyes (“allergic shiners”) that persist no matter how much sleep you get
  • Hives and other itchy skin rashes
  • Insomnia and difficulty concentrating

Unlike common cold symptoms, which usually resolve within a few days to a week, allergy symptoms can persist for a week or even longer. What’s more, a severe allergic reaction can be life-threatening. For instance, allergy symptoms such as wheezing, vomiting, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and loss of consciousness signal a medical emergency that warrants a call to 911 or an immediate trip to the nearest hospital ER.

For non-emergency allergy symptoms, South Tampa Immediate Care is the perfect place to turn for personalized treatment. To help you feel better right away, we may suggest an antihistamine, a nasal decongestant, a nasal saline rinse, or a nasal steroid spray. Additionally, we may suggest a series of allergy shots, which can help control your immune response to a specific allergen over time. We can also provide some helpful allergy prevention tips.

The experienced team of medical professionals at South Tampa Immediate Care is available every day during extended hours to serve you. If you’d like to learn more about our approach to allergy treatment, give us a call or stop by our urgent care center today. We’re located at 602 South Howard Avenue in Tampa, FL.