Allergic Conjunctivitis
Definition
Allergic conjunctivitis is inflammation of the tissue lining the eyelids (conjuctiva) due to a reaction from allergy-causing substances such as pollen and dander.
See also: Conjunctivitis
Symptoms
Symptoms may be seasonal and can include:
- Red eyes
- Dilated vessels in the clear tissue covering white of the eye
- Intense itching or burning eyes
- Puffy eyelids, especially in the morning
- Tearing (watery eyes)
- Stringy eye discharge
