{"id":11226,"date":"2021-08-12T14:40:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-12T14:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stop-allergy-meds.com\/blog\/?p=11226"},"modified":"2021-09-05T14:41:14","modified_gmt":"2021-09-05T14:41:14","slug":"allergic-conjunctivitis-symptoms-prevention-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stop-allergy-meds.com\/blog\/allergic-conjunctivitis-symptoms-prevention-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Allergic Conjunctivitis: Symptoms, Prevention, Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>TYPES OF ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVITIS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Allergic conjunctivitis is&nbsp;<\/strong>inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by an allergic reaction in the body.&nbsp;The conjunctiva is the membrane that covers the inside of the eyelids and the surface of the eyeball.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In general, this disease is of two types:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Acute allergic conjunctivitis:&nbsp;<\/strong>This is a short-term&nbsp;<strong>inflammation&nbsp;<\/strong>that begins during allergy season.&nbsp;During this period, the eyelids suddenly swell, itch and bake.&nbsp;Similar symptoms occur with the nose.&nbsp;In addition to edema and redness, &#8220;water&#8221; literally flows from it.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong><\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chronic allergic conjunctivitis:&nbsp;<\/strong>Continues for a year.&nbsp;The disease is caused by allergens such as food, dust, animal hair.&nbsp;Symptoms are much milder.&nbsp;There are periods when they disappear altogether.&nbsp;But, as a rule, the patient is worried about burning, itchy eyes and sensitivity to light.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you look in more detail, you can add several more types of conjunctivitis.&nbsp;Namely:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact conjunctivitis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as&nbsp;dermoconjunctivitis&nbsp;.&nbsp;Symptoms are usually caused by cosmetics or eye drops that irritate the conjunctiva.&nbsp;Contact with these substances in sensitive people causes an allergic reaction.&nbsp;Symptoms may appear 2-4 days after contact with the allergen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Giant papillary conjunctivitis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Occurs in people who wear contact lenses.&nbsp;Sometimes they cause discomfort and redness of the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of conjunctivitis occurs when a person uses hard lenses after eye surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Poor hygiene when using contact lenses, solutions and case can also provoke the disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Year-round conjunctivitis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lasts throughout the year.&nbsp;The disease is associated with an allergy to house dust mites.&nbsp;These are microscopic&nbsp;insect&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;like&nbsp;organisms that live in beds, upholstered furniture and carpets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dust mites eat up human skin cells and love warm, humid environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dust mite allergy is a reaction of the immune system to a corresponding arthropod protein.&nbsp;It causes a number of problems, including conjunctivitis, nasal congestion, sneezing, and a narrowing of the airways like in asthma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other causes of year-round conjunctivitis include animal dander, small scales on their skin or fur, and bird feathers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MECHANISM OF CONJUNCTIVIT DEVELOPMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms are caused by an overreaction of the immune system to familiar things.&nbsp;It is she who makes the body secrete histamine and other active substances from mast cells.&nbsp;In this case, the vessels dilate, irritate the nerve endings, and as a result, eye inflammation and lacrimation occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Allergens that provoke this disease<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of allergens that cause a similar reaction includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>household dust;<\/li><li>pollen of trees and grasses;<\/li><li>spores and mycelium of fungi (mold);<\/li><li>dandruff of animals;<\/li><li>household chemicals and perfumes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In some people, allergic conjunctivitis is caused by medications,&nbsp;contact lens&nbsp;solution,&nbsp;or eye drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WHO IS AT RISK FOR ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVITIS?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In people who have any type of allergy.&nbsp;According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, the disease affects 30% of adults and 40% of children.&nbsp;As a rule, it is a&nbsp;<strong>&#8220;family disease&#8221;&nbsp;<\/strong>.&nbsp;<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can get allergies at any age.&nbsp;But most often it affects children and young people.&nbsp;Especially those who are sensitive to pollen and live in areas with high pollen content.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SYMPTOMS OF ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVITIS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>May appear immediately after eye contact with an allergen.&nbsp;But they can appear in 2-4 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should contact your doctor if you have the following signs of illness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Red or pink&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>eyes:&nbsp;<\/strong>Irritation occurs due to dilated capillaries or small blood vessels in the conjunctiva.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pain:&nbsp;<\/strong>It can appear in one or both eyes.&nbsp;If a person has pain, redness, and sensitivity to light, treatment should be started immediately.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Itching:&nbsp;<\/strong>When irritated, the eyes begin to itch a lot.&nbsp;Try not to rub them at this time, because this will only aggravate the symptoms.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Swelling of the&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>eyelids:&nbsp;<\/strong>This can happen when there is inflammation of the conjunctiva or when the patient constantly rubs his eyes.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Burning sensation:&nbsp;<\/strong>it is caused by painful sensations in the entire area of \u200b\u200bthe eye.&nbsp;People with seasonal allergic conjunctivitis experience symptoms at the appropriate time of the year.&nbsp;Typically from early spring to summer or even fall.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the eyelids are red, cracked, or dry, it could be a sign of contact or giant papillary conjunctivitis.&nbsp;They do not depend on the season and can appear at any time of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DIAGNOSTICS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes place under the supervision of a doctor.&nbsp;The main sign of conjunctivitis is reddening of the whites of the eyes and the presence of small bumps on the eyelids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When they appear, the doctor should order one of the following tests:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skin patch test.&nbsp;<\/strong>It is carried out as follows: samples of specific allergens are superimposed on the back.&nbsp;At the site of the causal attachment &#8211; there is redness and swelling.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Analysis of&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>blood.&nbsp;<\/strong>It is done in order to determine the amount of antibodies that the body produces to protect itself from allergens.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A scraping of the conjunctival tissue&nbsp;<\/strong>can be taken to examine the level of leukocytes &#8211; white blood cells that are activated by inflammation.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TREATMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many treatments for allergic conjunctivitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Home care<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Home treatment of this disease involves a combination of preventive measures and methods aimed at relieving symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To minimize exposure to allergens, follow these guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Close windows when pollen counts are high;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do a wet mop daily and use an air purifier;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid exposure to harsh chemicals, paints and perfumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of rubbing your eyes, apply a cool compress to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Medicines<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In more complex cases, home care may be scarce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this case, you should contact an allergist, who is likely to recommend the following treatments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>oral antihistamines, which will decrease the level of histamine in the body;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>anti-inflammatory drops or drops to narrow blood vessels;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>steroid eye drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is almost impossible to completely avoid the environmental factors that cause allergic conjunctivitis.&nbsp;But if you wish, you can minimize the effect of its main triggers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you are allergic to fragrances, use odorless detergents.&nbsp;If you are allergic to household dust, install an air purifier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TYPES OF ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVITIS Allergic conjunctivitis is&nbsp;inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by an allergic reaction in the body.&nbsp;The conjunctiva is the membrane that covers the inside of the eyelids and the surface of the eyeball.&nbsp; In general, this disease is of two types: Acute allergic conjunctivitis:&nbsp;This is a short-term&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;that 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