Red, swollen and watery eyes can be indicative of allergy, which can happen as an effect of some medication, food or even use of expired makeup, for example. It is important that in case of allergy in the eyes, cleaning with water, antiallergic eye drops or saline, for example.
Symptoms of allergy in the eyes do not cause irreversible damage to the eyes and the allergy tends to heal when the triggering agent is no longer in contact with the lining of the eye. However, if the symptoms are persistent, it is important that the person goes to the ophthalmologist to identify the cause of the symptoms and start treatment.
Eye allergy symptoms
Eye allergy can result in symptoms that extend to the eyelids and around the eyes, being symptoms of allergy:
- Swelling of the eye; Redness; Watery eyes; Itchy eye; Burning sensation in the eyes.
In some cases, a baby's eye allergy may also indicate conjunctivitis, and it is important that the baby is taken to the pediatrician so that the symptoms can be assessed, the diagnosis can be made and treatment started. Know how to recognize the symptoms of conjunctivitis in a baby.
Main causes
Eye allergy can be caused by the use of expired makeup, the presence of microorganisms, contact with domestic animals, such as a dog or cat, pollen, food and medicine, for example.
Usually, in case of allergy in the eyes, there are the appearance of other symptoms, such as stuffy nose, runny nose, itchy skin and sneezing, for example. Know other causes of puffiness in the eyes.
What to do in eye allergy
The treatment for allergy in the eyes involves the identification of the agent that causes the allergy and should be done according to the ophthalmologist's orientation, being recommended:
- Avoid contact with the agent causing the allergy; Properly clean your eyes with water or saline; Use antiallergic eye drops; Use corticosteroid medications in case of allergic conjunctivitis (for a certain time); Apply Chamomile or Euphrasia compresses.
Treatment should always be guided by an ophthalmologist. Understand how the treatment for eye allergy is done.
