Allergies

Seasonal allergies, or hayfever, are very common at this time of year. Typical symptoms include watery, itchy, red eyes; a clear runny nose; sneezing; and an itchy palate or throat. The most common triggers are trees in the spring, grasses in the summer, and weeds in the fall!   


Effective non-sedating medications are now available for children over the age of 2 without a prescription for treatment of seasonal allergies. These include loratadine (generic Claritin), Claritin, and Zyrtec. These medications can be given as needed for allergy symptoms. If you think your child has seasonal allergies and he or she is not responding to medication OR if you are not sure, please make an appointment in our office.


Many children do not require allergy testing if they respond to treatment with medication as needed. 

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Exciting and free opportunity to learn from a nationally-known pediatric sleep specialist

By Laura Windham • August 2, 2026
Exciting and free opportunity to learn from a nationally-known pediatric sleep specialist Join us for “My Baby Won’t Sleep,” an informative and engaging talk by Dr. Sanjay Kansagra. He is the director of the Duke Pediatric Neurology Sleep Program, inventor of Lullabee, author of "My Child Won't Sleep," and a social media educator @thatsleepdoc Who: Expectant parents and parents of young infants What: A parent-focused discussion of sleep for babies When: August 4, 2026, at 5:30 pm Where: Chapel Hill Children and Adolescents’ Clinic Why: To provide you with the tools and understanding you need for a better night's sleep Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0D45AFAD2EA3F94-64616831-infant . You may share this with friends who are expecting a baby soon. Light snacks provided