Treatment for Eye Allergies at
Albuquerque Vision Care and Advanced Eyewear
A
variety of normally-harmless substances can set off the watering,
itchiness, irritation, and redness associated with eye allergies,
including the contact lenses you're currently wearing. You don't have
to see the world through an uncomfortable blur. Here at Albuquerque
Vision Care and Advanced Eyewear, we can find the reason for your
distress and provide soothing remedies, preventative care, and
ongoing symptom management.
What Causes Eye Allergies?
Like
other allergies, an eye allergy is a misguided attempt by the body to
protect itself against a perceived threat. When the immune system is
exposed to such a substance, it releases large amounts of histamine
and antibodies to fight back. This unnecessary response typically
causes eye redness, itching, watering, light sensitivity, burning
sensations, and swollen eyelids. An eye allergy can be set off by a
number of triggers. Common eye allergens include:
- Dust
- Pet dander
- tobacco smoke
- Industrial pollution or airborne chemicals
- Scented products such as perfumes or air fresheners
- Cosmetics, especially eyeliner and mascara
- Seasonal or year-round exposure to pollens and molds
- Contact lenses that accumulate proteins or other debris
- Contact lens cleaning solutions
Whatever
is causing your eye allergy symptoms, you'll want to get those
symptoms under control. In addition to making you uncomfortable, eye
allergies that blur your vision can make driving or other activities
potentially hazardous. Sustained, uncontrolled conjunctivitis can
also be bad for your corneas.
Effective Symptom Management from Our Albuquerque Team
Our
Albuquerque team of Dr. Barry and Dr. Vise can get to the bottom of
those annoying eye allergies. We start by administering an eye exam
and asking you about your environment, contact lens use, and other
symptoms you may be experiencing. We may also preform allergy testing
to test your sensitivity to certain common triggers. Once we've
eliminated other possible conditions and isolated the allergen in
question, we can provide the right treatment to manage or resolve
them, including:
- Artificial tears or medicated eye drops
- Antihistamines or steroids
- Recommended changes to your interior or exterior environment
- Changes in your eye makeup products or hygiene
- Switching to a different kind of contact lens or cleaner
Rely on Our Optometry Clinic for Eye Allergy Relief
Finding
relief for your eye allergy symptoms is as easy as
visiting Albuquerque Vision Care and Advanced Eyewear. Call our
optometry clinic today at (505) 332-2020!
LOCATION
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Address
5343 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque , NM 87109, US
Contact Information
Hours of operation
Monday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Tuesday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Wednesday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Thursday
08:30 am - 02:30 pm
Friday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Weekend
Closed
Hours of operation
Monday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Tuesday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Wednesday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Thursday
08:30 am - 02:30 pm
Friday
08:30 am - 03:30 pm
Weekend
Closed