What is allergic conjunctivitis?
Allergic conjunctivitis usually happens when a person's eyes come into contact with an allergen,
Symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis include:
Symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis include:
- Red or pink eyes: The eyes become irritated as the capillaries, or small blood vessels, widen in the conjunctiva.
- Pain: This may affect one or both eyes. If a person has painful, red eyes, is sensitive to light, and their vision is affected, they should see a doctor at once.
- Itchiness: As the eyes are irritated, they may itch. Rubbing can make the itchiness worse. Swollen eyelids: The eyelids may puff up when the conjunctiva becomes inflamed, or if the person has been rubbing them a lot.
- Soreness: The inflammation may make the whole area feel sore and tender. Some people say the soreness feels like burning.
- Treatment -1. Eye drops 2.Cold compresses 3.Control of systemic allergies