Itchy Eyes and Allergies
We live in Bryan-College Station where the pollen count is off the chart, any car parked under a tree is yellow, and all eyes are red.Ā Here’s what you need to know.
Itchy Eyes and Allergies
How Not to Look Like a Raccoon
Yes, most people living in Bryan-College Station experience eye allergies every spring, but that doesn’t mean you have to accept having red, puffy eyes every year.Ā If you experience itchy, red, or watery eyes, talk with Dr. Januskey or Dr. Tran.Ā There are steps you can take to dramatically improve your comfort.
What causes allergy eyes?
Eye allergies are caused by allergens – normally harmless substances that trigger an exaggerated response by the immune system.Ā The most common airborne allergens are:
Here's What You Can Do to Protect Yourself
- Find out what causes your allergy and try to avoid the trigger.
- Switch to daily disposable contact lenses so any allergens are discarded at the end of each day.
- Think twice before taking oral allergy pills - they exacerbate dryness.
- Use preservative-free artificial tears to improve dryness.
- Use prescription anti-histamine eye drops.
- Take showers at night to wash away allergens that would otherwise sit on your pillow.
- Turn off your ceiling fan so it doesn't blow dust into your eyes and dry them out.
- Apply a cool compress to your eyes, to reduce swelling
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