Seasonal allergies, often triggered by environmental factors such as pollen, dust, or air quality, can cause a range of nasal symptoms including congestion, sneezing, or irritation. These reactions are the result of the body’s immune system responding to airborne allergens.
At Shellharbour Skin, we offer Allergy Management Consultations for individuals wishing to learn about medically supervised options that may complement their existing allergy care.
These consultations focus on education, suitability assessment, and safety, rather than promoting or advertising any specific product or outcome.
Understanding Seasonal Nasal Concerns
Allergic responses occur when the immune system identifies a harmless substance, such as pollen, as a threat. This can activate inflammatory pathways in the nasal passages, leading to symptoms like a runny or itchy nose, sneezing, or congestion.
While over-the-counter antihistamines and nasal sprays are common first-line options, some patients seek further guidance from a qualified clinician to understand alternative management approaches.
Your consultation provides an opportunity to explore such options in a controlled medical setting, including discussion of treatments that may involve the use of prescription-only medicines, available only after medical assessment.
Your Consultation at Shellharbour Skin
During your consultation, your clinician will:
- Review your medical history, allergies, and any medications or supplements you are currently taking.
- Assess your nasal and sinus health to determine suitability for the discussed approach.
- Explain how certain prescription-only medicines are sometimes used in this setting and how they are administered.
- Discuss the application technique, which may involve a fine mist delivered through a nasal atomiser, rather than injection.
- Outline aftercare, review timeframes, and what to expect following your consultation.
- Provide you with the opportunity to ask questions or raise any concerns.
No medicine is administered without a face-to-face consultation, confirmed suitability, and prescriber authorisation. Each plan is developed in accordance with your individual health needs and any existing allergy management strategies.
Educational Discussion: Non-Invasive Approaches
Your consultation may include information about:
- The anatomy and function of the nasal passages and sinus system.
- Environmental and lifestyle factors that may contribute to seasonal symptoms.
- Evidence-based, non-invasive techniques that can be discussed with your prescriber.
- How certain prescription-only medicines can be delivered as a fine nasal mist to target specific nasal pathways.
- The importance of integrated management, working alongside your GP or allergy specialist if applicable.
These discussions are educational only, designed to help you understand what options exist under medical supervision, not to advertise or imply expected outcomes.
Important Information
- Shellharbour Skin provides consultations that comply with AHPRA and TGA advertising standards.
- We do not name or promote prescription-only medicines.
- All medical decisions are made by a qualified prescriber following a face-to-face consultation.
- Individual suitability and response vary.
- Information provided is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice from your GP or specialist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to expect?
We may suggest that you use a sinus rinse, take an antihistamine, and use a 12-hour nasal decongestant on the morning of your appointment. These steps help prepare the nasal passages for your appointment.
Just before your consultation begins, your nurse will ask you to blow your nose with tissues to clear any excess mucous. It is recommended to refrain from blowing your nose for at least one hour following the consultation. The appointment itself is brief, typically around 15 minutes. Post-consultation considerations will be thoroughly discussed with you.
We will schedule a review appointment for you at the 6-week mark. For individuals with more significant concerns, a follow-up consultation may be suggested.
How much does an allergy management consultation cost?
$145. This fee covers the consultation and the cost of the prescribed product discussed.
What can I expect from this consultation?
The goal of the consultation is to assess your suitability for this approach and provide a comprehensive understanding of the process. Your clinician will discuss what the experience involves, post-consultation care, and what you can expect in the days following the consultation. Individual experiences can vary.
Are there risks or complications to consider?
Regardless of the cosmetic or medical consultation, you should be aware of the associated risks and complications before deciding on any plan. The options discussed carry the following potential risks and complications:
- Allergic reaction
- Scarring
- Blisters
- Swelling
- Bruises
- Itching
- Redness
Sounds great. Where do I start?
To explore your options for allergy management, you must register at our Shellharbour clinic for an initial consultation with our qualified clinical team. During your consultation, you will discuss your lifestyle and health, including your medical history, allergies, and any medications or supplements you may be taking. It is important to mention any allergic reactions to drugs or skin care products you may have experienced in the past and any other recent aesthetic consultations you’ve had. These factors can affect how your body responds.
If you have any concerns, a consultation is the ideal opportunity to ask questions about the proposed plan. Your clinician will ask about your current concerns and reasons for seeking this consultation and will assess the area of concern. You should discuss what you hope to achieve and your personal goals. All the information you provide during the consultation is essential to developing a customised management plan that considers your health and concerns to ensure the plan is appropriate for you.
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