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Chemical Conjunctivitis Underlying Cause
Causes of chemical conjunctivitis include:
- Soaps
- Hair spray
- Sunscreen
- Make-up
- Lotions
- Perfume
- Smoke
- Household cleaners
- Occupational exposures
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Last Updated: Aug 1, 2007 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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