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Allergic Conjunctivitis Definition
Common names:
  • Allergic Conjunctivitis
  • Allergic Eye Irritation
  • Allergic Eye Redness
  • Conjunctivitis due to Allergies
  • Eye Allergies
  • Eye Allergy
  • Eye Irritation due to Allergies
  • Eye Redness due to Allergies
  • Eye Tearing due to Allergies
  • Irritated Eyes due to Allergies
  • Itchy Eyes due to Allergies
  • Red Eyes due to Allergies
  • Watery Eyes due to Allergies
A person with allergic conjunctivitis has swelling and redness to the conjunctiva of the eye. Eye redness can be similar in appearance to that seen in viral conjunctivitis. Images

The inflammation is caused by an allergy to a substance in the environment. Most people respond well to treatment.
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Last Updated: Aug 10, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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