ALLERGIES
EYECARE ASSOCIATES OF TEXAS, P.A.
ALLERGIES
HOW DOES ALLERGIES AFFECT THE EYES?
Allergies affecting the eye are fairly common. Allergic conjunctivitis is inflammation or irritation of the clear mucous membrane lining the inner eyelids and sclera called the conjunctiva.
This condition, which can be seasonal or yearlong, is caused by external allergens and is not contagious.
