ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVITIS
ALLERGY EYE INFORMATION
Allergy eyes or allergic conjunctivitis is the irritation of the conjunctiva, or covering of the eyeball, as a reaction to an allergic substance to which one is sensitive. This condition may either immediately impact a person, or affect them after a period of time.
Allergic conjunctivitis, which is not contagious, often causes one's eyes and eyelids to become:
- Itchy
- Red
- Watery
- Swollen
Allergic conjunctivitis can cause much discomfort due to these symptoms. In addition, untreated allergic conjunctivitis may cause someone to frequently rub his/her eyes, which could lead to permanent eye damage.
There are two types of allergic conjunctivitis:
- Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, which affects people during specific seasons of the year
- Perennial allergic conjunctivitis, which impacts people throughout the year
Allergic Conjunctivitis - Preventing the Condition
A person develops allergic conjunctivitis, or allergy eyes, when exposed to a foreign substance, known as an allergen. In order to prevent allergic conjunctivitis, one should attempt to identify which allergens cause the symptoms. Once the specific types are pinpointed, one should then attempt to avoid them by taking the necessary precautions.
Staying indoors when mold and pollen levels are high and vacuuming the house to lift pet hair, pet dander, and dust mites are some examples of actions one can take to avoid or minimize allergic conjunctivitis reactions. If you find that these techniques are insufficient in preventing or combating allergic conjunctivitis, it may be necessary to seek medical treatments.
