Seasonal Allergies
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis is characterized by aqueous secretions from the eye, inflammation of the eye (red eyes) and itchiness. Caution must be taken to differentiate conjunctivitis from other affectations of the eye (bacterial conjunctivitis, viral conjunctivitis, blepharite, pink eye, etc).
This is the most common form of allergic affectation during pollination season. This is also called vernal conjunctivitis, which occurs mostly in spring and fall, and is most common amongst males around 10 years old, especially those with a family history.
Treatment
- Eliminate allergen from daily routine.
- Artificial tears and cold compresses 4-8 days.
- Phenyramine
- Oral anti-histamines
- Cortisones could also be used locally as a solution or ointment, to be determined by specialist physician.
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Introduction to Seasonal Allergies
<p>Seasonal allergies are allergic reactions which appear in certain periods of the year. The causes of seasonal allergies are aero-allergens, which are complex particles that are spread through the air.</p>
Allergic Rhinitis
<p>Allergic Rhinitis is one of the main seasonal allergies consisting of symptoms mostly concerning the nose, which come as a consequence of coming in contact with an allergen (dust, pollens, animal hair/fur, etc).</p>
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis is characterized by aqueous secretions from the eye, inflammation of the eye (red eyes) and itchiness.
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