Along with the physical exam your doctor performs, he will also ask a variety of questions that describe the symptoms of allergies that you may be having to deal with, along with questions regarding any concerns that you have with your past and present health. Some of the questions you will be asked can include a description of the specific allergy symptoms that you are experiencing, the length of time that you have been dealing with each of the symptoms, the length of time that the symptoms happen and the time of year that they happen, and he will definitely want to find out if you are also experiencing any specific health conditions such as asthma or problems with your breathing. These and a variety of other questions will give the doctor a lot of the information that he will need to be able to properly be able to diagnose any type of allergy reactions and symptoms that might be occurring. During the exam, you can expect your nose, skin, ears, eyes, and throat to be thoroughly checked. Drainage that may be occurring along with your nose, skin, ears, and eyes will be thoroughly checked for swelling, redness, and inflammation.