Eye Allergies
Got red, itchy eyes? Allergies of the eyes are commonly due to allergic conjunctivitis, but could be due to something more serious, such as allergic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC) or vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC). Find out about symptoms, treatment and more when you read about these eye allergies as written by Daniel More, MD, a board-certified allergist.
What is allergic conjunctivitis?
Many people suffer from red, itchy, irritated eyes. This could be as a result of eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis. Learn more about this common allergic disease, symptoms that you may experience, testing that can be done and treatments that are available.
Many people suffer from red, itchy, irritated eyes. This could be as a result of eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis. Learn more about this common allergic disease, symptoms that you may experience, testing that can be done and treatments that are available.
Eye Drops for Eye Allergies
I Have Eye Allergies. Can I Just Use an Over-the-Counter Eye Drop? Find out why using over-the-counter eye drops for eye allergies may not be a good idea.
I Have Eye Allergies. Can I Just Use an Over-the-Counter Eye Drop? Find out why using over-the-counter eye drops for eye allergies may not be a good idea.
Is it Allergy or Pink Eye?
Got red eyes? Inflammation of the lining of the eye, called conjunctivitis, can be due to allergies or infection. Find out some important differences between the two, and potential treatments for each.
Got red eyes? Inflammation of the lining of the eye, called conjunctivitis, can be due to allergies or infection. Find out some important differences between the two, and potential treatments for each.
What is AKC (atopic keratoconjunctivitis)?
Atopic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC) is a severe form of eye allergy that can involve the cornea of the eye as well as the inner lining of lower eyelids. AKC usually affects young adults, starting in the late teens to early twenties, and can persist for decades. AKC can lead to complications such as cataracts, eye infections and blindness.
Atopic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC) is a severe form of eye allergy that can involve the cornea of the eye as well as the inner lining of lower eyelids. AKC usually affects young adults, starting in the late teens to early twenties, and can persist for decades. AKC can lead to complications such as cataracts, eye infections and blindness.
How To Use An Eye Drop For Children
Many people, especially children, have a hard time using an eye drop. Here's an easy way to get the drop in the eye every time.
Many people, especially children, have a hard time using an eye drop. Here's an easy way to get the drop in the eye every time.
What is VKC (vernal keratoconjunctivitis)?
Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is a disease mostly affecting children, most commonly occurring during puberty, and more frequently in boys. It is a severe form of eye allergies, affecting the inner lining of the upper eyelids. VKC tends to affect people of Asian and African descent most commonly.
Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is a disease mostly affecting children, most commonly occurring during puberty, and more frequently in boys. It is a severe form of eye allergies, affecting the inner lining of the upper eyelids. VKC tends to affect people of Asian and African descent most commonly.
Comparison of Eye Drops Used to Treat Allergic Conjunctivitis
This table offers a nice side-by-side comparison of the most commonly used eye drops for the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. Brand names, generic names and dosage amounts are listed.
This table offers a nice side-by-side comparison of the most commonly used eye drops for the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. Brand names, generic names and dosage amounts are listed.