What is the reason for eye allergy and irritation?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have eye allergy for the past 1.7 years. I have consulted many doctors. I am using steroid eye drops too, but my eye allergy is still present. My eye irritates when it contact with blowing air, perfumes, air conditioner, strong odors, when I get cold and sometimes suddenly without any exposure. Occasionally, it causes pain in the eyes and head. I do not know what caused this. What is the permanent solution for this? Is there any other alternate remedy for this? When I take Cetirizine my irritation subsides in 30 minutes. Please help.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

It seems to be a generalized allergy with sneezing, cold eye symptoms and headache which could be due to sinusitis, pharyngitis and allergic conjunctivitis. This can be triggered either because of a drop in your anti-allergic immunity or any form of new exposure due to changes in your residential place or in your surrounding environment. This allergy is seasonal and gets repeated either when your immunity is low or when your exposure to allergens is high. You can treat yourself with anti-allergic drops or tablets and raise your anti-allergic immunity with a diet rich in Vitamin C and E.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

This is called gritty feeling (eye irritation) and usually caused by allergy. It will settle on using tapered doses of medication after consulting an ophthalmologist at your place. I hope I have addressed your concerns. Feel free to reach out if you have any further questions. Thank you.