Seasonal allergy season isn’t just a spring phenomenon. They can continue through the summer months and sometimes even into the fall, depending on what you’re allergic to and how often you’re exposed. Seasonal allergies can lead to a variety of different symptoms, including congestion, sore throat, and irritated eyes called allergic conjunctivitis. If you’re experiencing symptoms of seasonal allergies, it’s important to have an effective symptom management plan so that you can stay symptom-free. This article will review treatment options for allergic conjunctivitis.
If your eyes are red, swollen, and itchy, you may have allergic conjunctivitis. Irritated eyes can make it difficult to function in your daily life. At AFC Urgent Care Chestnut Hill, our board-certified medical providers are available 7 days a week to provide same-day care for seasonal allergy symptoms like eye irritation. Simply walk into the clinic, or save your spot online in advance below.
Do Seasonal Allergies Cause Itchy Eyes?
One very common symptom of seasonal allergies is red, itchy, and irritated eyes. Eye irritation can occur due to exposure to airborne allergens like pollen. It can also occur if you touch something that you’re allergic to and then touch your face. This exposure can cause your eyes to water and swell up in response to try to flush out the irritant. This irritation can last for hours, and rubbing the eyes to alleviate itching often will cause further swelling and discomfort.
Treatment Options for Allergic Conjunctivitis
Although allergies can cause eye discomfort, seasonal allergy symptoms are easily treated at home in most mild to moderate cases. General allergy medications called antihistamines can help reduce symptoms on a daily basis. There are also plenty of medications available OTC that are specifically made to target eye irritation caused by seasonal allergies. If at-home care is not getting rid of your symptoms, it is important to seek medical care to rule out an infection or other possible causes of your symptoms.
When to Seek Medical Care for Allergy-Induced Eye Irritation
If you’re experiencing eye irritation that is worsening over time, or you have severe symptoms such as discharge from the eye, vision loss, or extreme discomfort, you should seek medical care. Your eyes are very sensitive, and sometimes over-itching can damage the surface of the eye. Your medical provider will be able to examine your eye and determine the underlying cause of your symptoms. Treatment options may include prescription eye drops, antibiotics, and at-home care instructions.
Visit AFC Chestnut Hill for Same-Day Treatment
Seasonal allergies can cause severe discomfort in the eyes known as allergic conjunctivitis. While most cases can be managed at home, you should seek medical attention for treatment if your symptoms are severe. At AFC Urgent Care Chestnut Hill, our walk-in clinic in Chestnut Hill, MA, offers same-day treatment for irritated eyes. Our clinic is open 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm and offers same-day care to patients of all ages.
If you’re in need of rapid, same-day care for eye irritation, AFC Chestnut Hill has you covered. Walk into the clinic for same-day care any day of the week. We don’t require patients to schedule an appointment in advance, and we work with most medical insurance plans. To learn more, give us a call at (617) 582-2200.
