Eye allergy

Eye allergy

How do you know if you have allergic conjunctivitis?

Common symptoms described include the “red eye” − eyes are itchy, teary and the whites of the eyes look red. These symptoms are usually accompanied with sneezing, sniffling or stuffy nose.

Itching Itching Itching
Eye congestion Eye congestion Eye congestion
Redness Redness Redness
Gritty feeling in the eyes Gritty feeling in the eyes Gritty feeling in the eyes
Burning Burning Burning
Sensitivity to light Sensitivity to light Sensitivity to light
Clear watery discharge or pus-filled Clear watery discharge or pus-filled Clear watery discharge
or pus-filled
Eye pain Eye pain Eye pain
Swollen eyelids Swollen eyelids Swollen eyelids
Blurred vision Blurred vision Blurred vision

References

  • 1. Hydrelo™ ALLERGY LUBRICANT EYE DROPS (Ectoin® 2%) Instructions for Use. Santen 2017.
  • 2. Werkhauser N et al. Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis with Ectoine Containing Nasal Spray and Eye Drops in Comparison with Azelastine Containing Nasal Spray and Eye Drops or with Cromoglycic Acid Containing Nasal Spray. J Allergy 2014;1-13.