The leaves may have fallen from the trees, but that doesn’t mean it’s the end of allergy season for some people.

Fall allergies may be triggered by a different source, but can be just as miserable compared to your typical springtime sniffles.

“ Any kind of fall tree, ragweed for instance, can trigger it. What happens is it gets into the body and causes what they call a histamine reaction. Histamine is formed and that’s what causes the itchiness, watery eyes, the runny or stuffy nose, and the sneezing”, says Carol Novick, a pharmacist in St. Johnsbury.

Histamine is the substance produced in the body during an allergic reaction. There are many medications available to assist those who suffer from these types of symptoms.

“What’s recommended is to take anti-histamines, they block the process and help you get on with your life. Former prescription medications like cetirizine and loratadine are very good products. They are longer acting than the good old benadryl and dyphenhydramine, and they don't cause drowsiness for most people”, Novick also said.