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Signs & Symptoms of Eye Allergies

Eye allergies have causes similar to those associated with allergic asthma and are usually linked to other allergic conditions like hay fever and dermatitis.

  1. Triggers

    • When a sensitized person comes into contact with an allergen, symptoms of eye allergies are triggered. Common triggers for eye allergies include pollen, grass, weeds, dust and pet dander.

    Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis

    • As its name suggests, seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (SAC) is usually linked to an allergen produced in a certain season. Usually these seasons are either spring, summer or fall and last only a short time.

    Perennial Allergic Conjunctivitis

    • The symptoms associated with SAC and perennial allergic conjunctivitis are identical except that PAC lasts throughout the year, unaffected by the changing seasons. The causes of PAC are usually indoor allergens such as dust and cockroaches.

    Itching

    • The most common symptom of any allergic reaction is itching. The primary symptom of conjunctivitis is one or both eyes becoming itchy.

    Other Common Symptoms

    • Symptoms associated with eye allergies also include redness, tearing, burning sensations and blurred vision.

    Matted Mucous Production

    • Conjunctivitis can produce a clear discharge that can make it feel as though the eye is stuck closed upon waking from sleep. Certain types of conjunctivitis can produce a thick, creamy discharge or a clear discharge that affects the eye.

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