Question 1

are there some genetic reasons i get allergic conjunctivitis off and on?

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Not really: There is a genetic basis of allergic disease, but what you may be seeing is a seasonal variation due to the presence of specific pollen at certain times of the year.  People who are allergic to ragweed may have symptoms from mid august to mid october, and at no other time.  People sensitive to animals will have symptoms with exposure and not at other time..

Question 2

can i tell me how i can cure allergic conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Not curable: It is treatable with great success.  See an ophthalmologist for management.

Question 3

can i get allergic conjunctivitis from mascara?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can have reactions to any foreign substance.

Question 4

how can i handle my chronic allergic conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVI: Allergic conjunctivitis avoidance of known allergens is best . Tightening up your environment with dust mite barrier pillows and covers. Cleaning your air ducts. Meds: Zyrtec &amp;LIVOSTIN. If symptoms persist add Zantac &amp; Singulair (montelukast). If still symptomatic allergist consult for desensitization.

Question 5

can allergic conjunctivitis harm eyesight? need expert opinions!

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Allergic conjunctivi: Your eye sight may be blurred from corneal infiltrates, discharge, tearing or large papillary conjunctivitis. However, with proper treatment, you may have total resolution.
See your local ophthalmolgoist

Question 6

any over-the-counter help for someone with allergic conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines: Can help and include topical medicines applied directly to the eye, and oral pills like loratidine or cetirizine. These are available at your local pharmacy.

Question 7

my allergic conjunctivitis has gone today, can i start using mascara again?

Accepted Answer

Probably: You need to be sure that your eye symptoms are from allergens other than your mascara, because cosmetics can cause allergic reactions as well. Assuming you've used this mascara in the past, and you know for sure that you're reacting to allergens in the environment, it is ok to use the mascara once the conjunctivitis symptoms (itchy, red, watery eyes) have gone away.

Question 8

how can i get rid of allergic conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Desensitization: The only treatment shown to reduce al allergic reaction to an allergan is to be desensitized through shots over a prolonged period of time.  Otherwise the treatment is block the histamine reaction with an antihistamine

Question 9

whats kerato allergic conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Eye Allergies: It is a form of eye allergy. There are a few different types. If you haven't seen an allergist, then make an appointment. Ask them exactly what this means to you, and how it can be most effectively treated.

Question 10

how do i treat allergic conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis can either be caused by allergy, viruses or bacteria.  Allergic causes can be relieved by oral or topical antihistamines.  Viral causes are self limiting (meaning there is no specific treatment, contagious but resolve on their own).  Bacterial causes are treatable only by prescription antibiotic drops.  Careful handwashing and avoiding towel sharing can help reduce spread to others.

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