Am I allergic to grass pollen, and how is it diagnosed in Europe?

Grass pollen allergy explained: seasonal allergic rhinitis, IgE-mediated response, hay fever symptoms, and diagnostic testing.

In this episode, we outline how to recognise grass pollen allergy and how doctors confirm the diagnosis under EU medical guidance.

You’ll learn:

• Common symptoms: sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy eyes, watery discharge

• Why symptoms peak in late spring and summer

• How grass pollen differs from tree or weed pollen

• The role of histamine in triggering allergy symptoms

• When antihistamines or intranasal corticosteroids may be recommended

• How specific IgE blood tests or skin prick testing confirm allergy

• Red flag symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, or severe swelling

• Situations where prescription treatment may require stepwise assessment

We explain how doctors assess symptom timing, seasonal pattern, asthma history, environmental exposure, medication response, and severity during an online consultation in the EU. Persistent or severe symptoms may require allergy testing or referral.

This episode reflects the clinical standards used by Mobi Doctor, where allergy and respiratory consultations are reviewed by a registered physician in line with EU medical guidance.

Read the full guide and transcript here:

https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/am-i-allergic-to-grass-pollen