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Eye allergies, also called \u201callergic conjunctivitis,” are a common eye condition. The tissue that lines the inside of the eyelid and outside of the eyeball is called the conjunctiva. This tissue keeps your eyelid and eyeball moist.<\/p>\n
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Allergic conjunctivitis occurs when this tissue becomes inflamed. With eye allergies, you usually see redness and itching in both eyes, instead of in just one eye.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”What Causes Eye Allergies?” open_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”20px” open_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”20px” disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”What Causes Eye Allergies?” module_class=”accord” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” closed_title_text_align=”left” closed_title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_line_height=”1em” body_text_color=”#505050″ body_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”left” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” height=”333″ custom_margin=”||2%||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Eye allergies are a reaction to indoor and outdoor allergens<\/a> that get into your eyes. Examples of these are pollen, mold spores, dust mites and pet dander. Eye allergies are not contagious. They cannot be spread to another person.<\/p>\n Irritants like dirt, smoke, chemicals, and chlorine can also cause swelling and redness of the eyes. This reaction is not an allergic reaction. Viruses and bacteria can also cause the same irritation of the eyes. This reaction is also not an allergic reaction. Some medications and cosmetics can also cause eye allergy symptoms.<\/p>\n The eyes are an easy target for allergens and irritants because they are exposed and sensitive. The body responds to these allergens by releasing chemicals, including histamines, which produce the inflammation.<\/p>\n Pink eye is something different. It is a viral or bacterial infection of the eye tissue. It\u2019s called infectious conjunctivitis. It usually starts in one eye and can spread easily to the other eye within a day or two. This eye condition is easily transmitted from person to person. But it is usually not a serious health risk if diagnosed right away.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Eye Allergies?” open_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”20px” open_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”20px” disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Eye Allergies?” module_class=”accord” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” closed_title_text_align=”left” closed_title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_line_height=”1em” body_text_color=”#505050″ body_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”left” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” height=”333″ custom_margin=”||2%||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The common signs and symptoms of eye allergies are:<\/p>\n You may also have a runny or itchy nose, sneezing, coughing, or a sinus headache. Many also find that their vision is briefly blurred or that they feel distracted, unproductive, or tired.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What Is the Treatment for Eye Allergies?” open_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”20px” open_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”20px” disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”What Is the Treatment for Eye Allergies?” module_class=”accord” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” closed_title_text_align=”left” closed_title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_line_height=”1em” body_text_color=”#505050″ body_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”left” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” height=”333″ custom_margin=”||2%||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The first and best option is to avoid contact with substances that trigger your eye allergies. If that is not enough, consider using:<\/p>\n Eye allergy symptoms may disappear completely when the allergen is removed or after the allergy is treated. Talk to your pharmacist and health care provider about what is best for you.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How Can I Prevent Eye Allergies?” open_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#f0f0f0″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”20px” open_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”20px” disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”How Can I Prevent Eye Allergies?” module_class=”accord” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” closed_title_text_align=”left” closed_title_font_size=”22px” closed_title_line_height=”1em” body_text_color=”#505050″ body_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”left” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” height=”333″ custom_margin=”||2%||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The first and best option is to avoid contact with things that trigger your eye allergies. Other tips are:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_text admin_label=”Medical Review” module_class=”med-rev” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#505050″ text_font_size=”16px” link_text_color=”#008C99″ link_font_size=”16px” header_5_font=”|600|||||||” header_5_text_align=”left” header_5_text_color=”#008c99″ custom_margin=”||3%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]Medical Review<\/a> October 2015.<\/small>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Print” module_id=”print” module_class=”clearfix” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_module=”5156″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n
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