Allergies affecting the eye are fairly common. The most common allergies are those related to pollen, particularly when the weather is warm and dry. Symptoms can include redness, itching, tearing, burning, stinging, and watery discharge. Antihistamine decongestant eyedrops can effectively reduce these symptoms. An increasing number of eye allergy cases are related to medication and contact lens wear. Also, animal hair and certain cosmetics, such as mascara, face creams, and eyebrow pencil, can cause allergies that affect the eye. Touching or rubbing eyes after handling nail polish, soaps, or chemicals may cause an allergic reaction.

Some people have sensitivity to lip gloss and eye makeup. Allergy symptoms are temporary and can be eliminated by not having contact with the offending cosmetic or detergent. Many new prescription eye drops are available at eyecarecenter, P.A. to treat these conditions. Often your insurance can assist in the payment of care for allergy related eye problems.