If you or your child notice reddening of the mucous membrane of the eye, it is quite possible that you have allergic conjunctivitis. The disease is extremely unpleasant and dangerous. The reasons for its appearance can be different: a predisposition to allergic reactions to a particular irritant, excessive use of household chemicals, the effect of certain drugs.
Allergic conjunctivitis is an inflammatory process that occurs in the conjunctiva of the eye. Very often, this pathology is diagnosed at a young age and in children. It should be noted that the signs of the disease appear immediately, that is, immediately after contact with the allergen. As for the symptoms, it is quite simple: rapid reddening of the conjunctiva, sensations of itching and pain in the eye, photophobia, tearing. It is quite difficult for the patient to open his eyes and look. It should be noted that unilateral inflammation is extremely rare. Both eyes are more commonly affected.
Allergic conjunctivitis can also be accompanied by an additional infection of the eye. This happens when the treatmentis incorrect or missing altogether. It should be noted that the disease can have both chronic and acute course. Treatment of this pathology is mandatory. It begins with a visit to an ophthalmologist and a therapist (pediatrician).
If after the examination you are diagnosed with allergic conjunctivitis, drugs should be prescribed with an antihistamine effect, such as Cetrin, Claritin, Telfast and others. The doctor should prescribe their dosage. The average course of treatment is usually 2 weeks, although there are exceptions. In certain cases, the drugs are taken in courses with a certain period of rest. Treatment should be carried out comprehensively, that is, tablets alone are not enough to eliminate symptoms. Some types of eye drops or ointments should also be used.
Allergic conjunctivitis is also treated with topical preparations ("Allergodil" and others). The doctor must necessarily take into account the compatibility of all prescribed medications. In an extremely difficult situation, stronger means are prescribed, which must be used for a long time.
If you have allergic conjunctivitis, the drugs can be used quite often - up to 4 times a day. The duration of use of any medication should be determined by the doctor. Self-medication in this case is impossible, since the consequences can be quite complex. In some cases, procedures in a hospital are required.
Afterto eliminate symptoms, you must carefully monitor your he alth. Try to find out the cause of the allergy and avoid re-encountering the irritant. In extreme cases, always carry antihistamines with you. Often the patient is prescribed specific immunotherapy. However, it should be prescribed by an allergist.
