Allergic conjunctivitis?

Question

is it to do with hayfever?
does having a Allergic conjunctivitis mean your eye has to be closed?
is it true that someone hasnt got conjunctivitis of there eys isnt closed or can it also be all swolen and puffy?
please help me. thanks

Answer 1

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i get a.c - it's impossible to say what causes it because you can't always work out what you're allergic to. it feels like someone has thrown fine sand into my eye and it's so itchy it makes me feel sick! For me, Opticrom eyedrops work the best but you have to persevere with them and use them daily to prevent attacks rather than just use them as and when.

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thanks i got that its working, i dont like doing it buti know i have to to make it all beta. thankz x

Answer 2

It does not have to be closed, it can be just swollen, but sometimes it will swell shut, depending..

A clear, thin membrane called the conjunctiva covers your eyeball and the inside of your eyelids. If something irritates this covering, your eyes may become red and swollen. Your eyes also may itch, hurt or water. This is called conjunctivitis. It is also known as "pink eye."

When an allergen causes the irritation, the condition is called allergic conjunctivitis. This type of conjunctivitis is not contagious. Some common allergens include:

* Pollen from trees, grass and ragweed
* Animal skin and secretions such as saliva
* Perfumes
* Cosmetics
* Skin medicines
* Air pollution
* Smoke

Several types of eye drops are available to treat allergic conjunctivitis. They can help relieve itchy, watery eyes and may keep symptoms from returning. Eye drops may contain an antihistamine, a decongestant, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) or a mast-cell stabilizer. Some drops contain a combination of these. Some eye drops require a prescription.

Antihistamine pills (which many people take for their allergies) may also help.

It may help to put a cold washcloth over your eyes for relief. Lubricating eye drops (sometimes called artificial tears) may also make your eyes feel better. You can buy these drops without a prescription...~