Allergic Conjunctivitis in Children:
How to Treat and Manage It
Having allergies in the eyes is called allergic conjunctivitis. This is a very common eye problem.
When allergens enter our eyes, our eyes secrete an enzyme called histamine to protect the eyes from this allergen.
Due to this the eye becomes red, swollen, and starts itching.
There is a burning sensation in the eyes and tears also come out in it.
Allergic conjunctivitis does not spread from one person to another, whereas pink eye, which we also call bacterial or viral conjunctivitis, spreads from person to person.
Allergic conjunctivitis is caused by an allergic reaction to a substance while the pink eye is caused by an infection with bacteria or viruses.
Causes of Eye Allergy in Kids
1) Chemicals
2) Pollen
3) Dust
4) Mold
5) Smoking
6) Pet dander
7) Cosmetic Products
Symptoms of Eye Allergy in Kids
1) Swollen, Red, and Itchy Eyes
2) Burning Sensation in Eyes
3) Watery Eyes
4) Light Sensitive Eyes
Due to this allergy, you may also have symptoms like headache, runny nose, and sneezing.
Treatment for Eye Allergy in Kids
If there is an allergy in the eyes, first of all, you should wash the eyes several times a day with clean water and clean hands.
After this, you should use eye drops as per the doctor’s advice like
1) Antihistamine Eye Drops (i.e. Olopatadine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution)
2) Eye Lubricants
3) Corticosteroids Drops (i.e. Prednisolone Eye Drops)
4) NSAID Eye Drops (i.e. Ketorolac Tromethamine Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%)
5) Cold Compress
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