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Eye irritation for 5 weeks, had antibiotic eye drops, antihistamines, bathe them in water and still nothing. gunky, red and painful, what could it be?

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Dr. Duane Gels answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

History, exam, test.: Today i saw someone who started with pollen allergies but ended up with far worse allergy to antibiotic eye ointment given by a well meaning doctor. Are you allergic to allergens in your environment (pets, pollen)? Overly dry eyes? A slit lamp exam, thorough history and likely allergy testing are important here.

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Answered 3/14/2015

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A member asked:

Eye irritation for 5 weeks, had antibiotic eye drops, antihistamines, bathe them in water and still nothing. gunky, red and painful, what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Duane Gels answered

Dr Veres and another doctor agreed

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