About Allergic Conjunctivitis
Symptoms of Allergic Conjunctivitis:
Symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis include extreme itching, redness, burning and watery eyes, eyelid puffiness, stringy discharge, pain, blurry vision, and a sensation of something in the eye.
Causes of Allergic Conjunctivitis:
Pet dander, grass allergies, dust, mold spores, pollen, perfume and cosmetics, air pollution and smoke are some of the causes of allergic conjunctivitis. Viral and bacterial infections and some medications can also cause the condition.
Diagnosis of Allergic Conjunctivitis:
The eye doctor will perform tests to determine if you have allergic conjunctivitis. These tests include a skin test to check for specific allergens, looking for papillary conjunctivitis, or raised bumps that come on the inside of the eyelid, and by taking scrapings to look for eosinophils, a type of white blood cell that occurs when the condition is present.
Treatment for Allergic Conjunctivitis:
Treatment methods for allergic conjunctivitis can include cold compresses on the eyes, antihistamine drops or steroid ointments applied directly to the eye, artificial tears, and drops that prevent mast, a type of white blood cells that release histamine. Antihistamine pills are also used in certain cases. Some treatment options are combined to offer best results. Some eye drops are available over the counter, but many require a prescription. Burning and stinging of the eye often happens when eye drops are used to treat allergic conjunctivitis.
Prevention of Allergic Conjunctivitis:
The best prevention against allergic conjunctivitis is staying away from the allergens that cause a reaction. Watch weather reports and do not go outside when the pollen count is high. Stay inside during hot months with the air conditioner on, not opening windows or doors anymore than necessary. Use products that kill bacteria and allergens in the air when cleaning, do not go around places with pets, and wear a facemask when outside to further reduce the chances of getting allergic conjunctivitis. Stop smoking, and stay away from others that smoke, along with switching makeup if the condition keeps recurring.
Considerations:
Although painful and irritating, there are no serious consequences to the eye from allergic conjunctivitis.
Allergic conjunctivitis will keep coming back if exposure to allergens is not stopped. Treatment is only temporary.
Wearing contacts during a case of allergic conjunctivitis is not advised. The contacts can make the condition worse, and it is not sanitary.
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- Allergic conjunctivitis will keep coming back if exposure to allergens is not stopped.
- Wearing contacts during a case of allergic conjunctivitis is not advised.