7 Tips for Dealing with Eye Allergies

Do you suffer from Swollen eyelids, watering, redness, itchiness? Get an Eye Exam from our Fort Worth Eye Doctor today near you in Fort Worth, Texas

Allergies aren’t uncommon, with statistics reporting that more than one-third of all people experience the annoying symptoms. And as our eye doctor near you can attest, ocular allergies comprise a large number of allergic conditions.

If you think you are suffering from Eye Allergies, visit our Eye Clinic near you in Fort Worth, Texas for treatment.

Swollen eyelids, watering, redness, itchiness or sticky mucus discharge from the corners of the eyes are all typical reasons to visit an eye clinic near you for treatment. What do eye care experts generally recommend as a way to prevent and/or soothe these symptoms of eye irritation?

7 Tips for Dealing with Eye Allergies

1. Avoid the allergen. Stay indoors when the pollen count is high in your area, and keep your indoor air clean and clear. It may be helpful to install an air filter in your home.
2. Apply cool compresses gently to irritated eyes to help reduce inflammation.
3. Use artificial tears eye drops to keep your eyes moist and flush out allergens at the same time.
4. Refrain from inserting your contact lenses during allergy season. Airborne allergens can easily stick to your contacts, keeping them close to your eye surface where they can provoke a stronger allergic reaction. Daily disposable contacts may also be a better solution than standard monthly wear lenses. Consult with a contact lenses supplier near you for more information.
5. Don’t rub your eyes. Eye rubbing can worsen swelling and irritation.
6. Topical antihistamines and mast cell stabilizer eye drops can help alleviate the inflammatory response and painful symptoms.
7. If you have a severe case of eye allergies, our optometrist near you may prescribe topical steroid drops. (These should only be used under the supervision of a certified eye care professional, due to possible side effects associated with them.)

Don’t Delay – Get an Eye Exam

Early treatment of ocular allergies can make all the difference. Although over-the-counter medications may be helpful for soothing the symptoms of allergic rhinitis and sinus congestion, they’re often less effective at relieving eye allergy symptoms.

Additionally, what you may think is eye allergies could really be caused by a different ocular condition! The symptoms of viral and bacterial conjunctivitis can be almost identical to ocular allergies. That’s why an eye exam by an eye doctor is necessary to confirm the diagnosis and get the right treatment you need.

Many eye diseases can be quickly and easily diagnosed during a Comprehensive eye exam, Pediatric eye exam and Contact lens eye exam. If you were diagnosed with an eye disease, such as Cataracts, Astigmatism Pink Eye or conjunctivitis Myopia or Nearsightedness , Glaucoma, Macular degeneration, Diabetic retinopathy, or Dry eye, you may be overwhelmed by the diagnosis and confused about what happens next. Will you need medications or surgery – now or in the future? Is LASIK eye and vision surgery an option for you ? Our Fort Worth eye doctor is always ready to answer your questions about eye disease and Contact lenses.

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• What are the common symptoms of OCULAR allergies?

  Excessive tearing, frequent eye rubbing, constant irritation especially in the corners of your eyes closest to the nose, lid swelling or puffy eyes, and red or pink eyes are some of the most common ocular allergy symptoms.

• What is meant by the term allergic conjunctivitis? Is that the same as “pink eye”?

  Allergic conjunctivitis is the clinical term of ocular inflammation of the lining or membrane of the eye, called the conjunctiva, caused by allergic reactions to substances. Although a patient may present with red or pink eyes from excess inflammation, the common term “pink eye” can signify a broad term of conditions and can be misleading, as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and other irritating substances can cause redness resembling a “pink eye” Your eye doctor can differentiate between an allergy reaction and a true infection, which can lead to faster healing with proper treatments.

• 'I have seasonal allergies. How come my eyes are still itchy even after I take a Claritin pill?'

  You may need an anti-allergy eye drop to target the symptoms in the eye. Much of the time, oral anti-allergy medications are not that effective at treating the symptoms in the eye. In fact, oral anti-allergy medications can cause dry eyes which then worsen the symptoms due to allergies. Depending on the severity of the symptoms, either over-the-counter or prescription-strength eye drops can be prescribed to provide relief. Visit our Eye Doctor today for a consultation.

• Why does allergy season affect my eyes?

  Excessive tearing, frequent eye rubbing, constant irritation especially in the corners of your eyes closest to the nose, lid swelling or puffy eyes, and red or pink eyes are some of the most common ocular allergy symptoms.