Spring is definitely here in Central Florida. With it brings a host of eye issues, including seasonal allergies. While symptoms of dry eyes and eye allergies are similar, they require different treatments.
Are you experiencing eye allergy symptoms?
Red, puffy, and irritated eyes
Tearing, pain, and itchy eyes
Blurred vision, sensitivity to light
Runny nose and sneezing
Nasal congestion and sore throat
With over 50 million people are affected by seasonal allergies, you’re are not alone.
Typical seasonal allergies in Central Florida include tree and grass pollen, ragweed, and mold spores.
Any type of vision loss or irritation can significantly impact our quality of life.
Try switching to singles use contact or wear glasses. Contact lenses can be the source of many issues when pollen builds up inside them.
Protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses to block the pollen from getting into your eyes. They will also protect them from harmful UV rays.
Washing your hands frequently can diminish pollen and dirt particles from getting into your eyes when you rub them.
Artificial tears can wash any irritants and foreign objects out of the eye, reducing allergy systems and lubricating dry eye.
You would be surprised how much pollen and other allergens enter your home. An air purifier can greatly reduce them around in your home.
Since these allergens end up on the surfaces in your home, it is important to wash your bed sheets at least once a week in hot water and a hot dryer to kill most of the allergens.
If you are experiencing dry, itchy, red, or puffy eyes, it is important to have an eye comprehensive exam to rule out any vision problems.
Eye Allergy Complications
If eye allergies go untreated they can contribute to eye infections, swelling of the conjunctival tissue, and vision problems.
There are several treatment options for eye allergies, such as prescription eye drops, contact Lake Nona Eye Care for more information.