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My eyes itch like crazy. i tried eye drops, benadryl, (diphenhydramine) and cold water. when i put the water in my eyes it just made my eyes hurt! how do i fix my dry itchy eyes?

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Itchy: Most itchy eyes are related to allergy or to blepharitis-- you can try over the counter zaditor (ketotifen) for ocular allergy-- try two drops a day for several days- if not better, make an appointment with your local eye doctor...

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Answered 7/16/2013

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