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For many in Tennessee, springtime is no picnic. Almost half of all Americans have some kind of allergy symptoms, including eye discomfort, sneezing, runny nose, and coughing. Three quarters of these experience ocular symptoms. Just because you don’t have regular allergies you are not always safe from eye allergies. About half of the people who have eye allergies do not have systemic allergies at all. Red, itchy, and watery eyes are uncomfortable and distracting for many people this time of year.
Allergic conjunctivitis is one of the most common causes of red, itchy eyes. When the surface of the eye is exposed to an allergen (pollen, pet dander, or other environmental factors), the natural reaction of the eye is to water and fight off the allergen and in the process turns red and gets itchy. You don’t have to suffer if this is happening to you. There are many products available both over the counter and by prescription that can help. Over the counter are a series of products that end with a -A and they are antihistamines that can give a quick temporary relief for most people.
Those looking for a longer term solution or needing something stronger should seek the attention of their eye doctor. At the Clarksville Eye Clinic we utilize a prescription only medication called Pataday often as it is a combination of an antihistamine and mast-cell stabilizer. With once a day dosing it provides instant relief for 16 continuous hours. Other medications are also available and there is no reason to continue to have the annoyance of red, itchy and watery eyes.
Shout today if you want to have put an end to the Springtime eyes that are giving you grief. Your problem can be solved and we are available to help.
Matthew Drew O.D.
Clarksville Eye Clinic
1111A Fort Campbell Blvd.
Clarksville, TN 37042
Phone: 931-645-0346