Spring is in the air - and it's a season that can spell misery for for the estimated one in five Brits who suffer from hay fever.
Those with seasonal allergies will need to be ready for some flare-ups over the next few days in particular, according to new forecasts, as large parts of the UK will see 'high' and 'very high' pollen counts until the weekend at least.
Blooming trees and fungal spores outdoors are often an instant trigger, leaving those affected with itchy eyes, runny noses and constant sneezing.