The following is a list of symptoms which are commonly confused with eye allergy. Dry eye This condition results from reduced tear production and is frequently confused with allergy. The main symptoms are usually burning, grittiness, or the sensation of “something in the eye.” Dry eye usually occurs in people over 65 years of age [...]

Most people with eye allergies treat themselves and do so quite effectively with OTC products. If these remedies are not working or if there is eye pain, extreme redness, or heavy discharge, you should seek medical advice. Some conditions, for example, are serious with potential sight-threatening complications if required treatment is delayed. Moistening the eyes [...]

Comparted to some allergic reactions, most allergic eye conditions are more irritating than dangerous. However, some can result in permanent damage to the eye, for example allergic or vernal keratoconjunctivitis could result in scarring of the cornea and visual problems. Most allergic reactions are dry and itchy eyes. Some of the ways to treat eye [...]

Eyes can become red, swollen, watery, and itchy from an allergic reaction. Severe allergic eye symptoms can be very distressing and could even cause serious damage that can threaten eyesight. It is estimated that approximately 54 million people (about 20% of the U.S. population) have allergies. Almost half of these have allergic eye disease. Eye [...]