Question 1

how do you reduce swollen allergy eyes?

Accepted Answer

COMBINED: Over the counter allergy eye-drops  (allergan, murine, etc) and cool (not cold) compresses should take down the swelling.

Question 2

had allergy with swollen lips & eyes 2 days ago. took benadryl (diphenhydramine) and a steroid shot. today having rash on torso and extremities. allergic to injection?

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More info.: Large dose of steroid can cause acne.  However the rash may also be just a part of the swollen lips and eyes process which returns when the level of steroid starts to fall off.  I presume that you are on Benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 3

what  should i do about my 5 yr. olds itchy, red and swollen allergy eyes ? over the counter eye drops don't help. he takes benedrly and zyrtec (cetirizine)

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Eye drops: Try zaditor (ketotifen) eye drops over the counter, and use them regularly, keep him indoors during high pollen days. Consult an allergist, they can give you other treatments too.

Question 4

i'm on prednisolone and allegra (fexofenadine) for a  severe allergy attack (hives, itching, swollen eyes) can i safely take valium to help me relax and sleep?

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Yes: Sometimes prednisolone and other steroid products can cause insomnia or restless sleep. While allegra (fexofenadine) is an antihistamine and has a potential for drowsiness , it is of low potential. It is ok to take valium at night but I would not do it indefinitely because can be habit forming.

Question 5

5yo/f no allergies/sensitivities but very swollen eyes in winter. dr has no idea. sleeping well & in excellent health?

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Possible dryness?: Have you considered just plain old dryness that causes irritation of her eyes just in the winter? I would try saline drops during the day and applying a saline gel at bedtime and see if that solves the problem. If forced air heat in your house, I'd also invest in getting the ductwork professionally cleaned. You wouldn't believe what can hide in old ducts!

Question 6

allergy affecting eyes,very swollen 2 wks./2 tubes neomycin.poly.dexamet eye ointment 3xday til tubes empty/not healing/severe groin rash/connection?

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Needs re-evaluation : Can't really offer a provisional diagnosis or find a connection between your eye symptoms and the groin rash, without more history and good physical examination, kindly see your doctor again or go to urgent care, take care

Question 7

i wake up with swollen eyes or face a handful of times every month. i have been tested and do not have any remarkable allergies. what could this be?

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Something: Allergies to various objects or substances could still be possible. Dust mites? Sheets? Detergents? Soaps? Make up? I would see your doctor for a second consultation since this is persisting. Good luck

Question 8

what can relieve swollen eyes caused by allergies?

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See below: There is an otc eye drop, zatidor, which will help. You can also try visine for allergies or naphcon a.

Question 9

what can relieve swollen eyes from allergies?  otc eyedrops ok to use?

Accepted Answer

Try cool compresses: If the compresses don't work, a good otc drop is zaditor twice a day. For prescription drops, Lastacaft (alcaftadine) and Pataday are also effective.

Question 10

swollen eyes went away and came back. could they be due to cat allergy?

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Absolutely: Cat dander is a leading cause of eye allergies. If you experience itching red and swollen eyes during and after exposure to a cat, you are likely allergic. Allergy eye drops and oral antihistamines will improve your symptoms relatively simply, but the best treatment is avoiding exposure to cats.

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How do you reduce swollen allergy eyes?

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Had allergy with swollen lips & eyes 2 days ago. took benadryl (diphenhydramine) and a steroid shot. today having rash on torso and extremities. allergic to injection?

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What should i do about my 5 yr. olds itchy, red and swollen allergy eyes ? over the counter eye drops don't help. he takes benedrly and zyrtec (cetirizine)

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I'm on prednisolone and allegra (fexofenadine) for a severe allergy attack (hives, itching, swollen eyes) can i safely take valium to help me relax and sleep?

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5yo/f no allergies/sensitivities but very swollen eyes in winter. dr has no idea. sleeping well & in excellent health?

A member asked:

Allergy affecting eyes,very swollen 2 wks./2 tubes neomycin.poly.dexamet eye ointment 3xday til tubes empty/not healing/severe groin rash/connection?

A member asked:

I wake up with swollen eyes or face a handful of times every month. i have been tested and do not have any remarkable allergies. what could this be?

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What can relieve swollen eyes caused by allergies?

A member asked:

What can relieve swollen eyes from allergies? otc eyedrops ok to use?

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Swollen eyes went away and came back. could they be due to cat allergy?

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