Allergic rhinitis, commonly called hay fever,
is caused by an allergic reaction in your eyes,
nose and throat. Exposure to an airborne irritant
triggers the release of histamine, a body chemical.
The release of this substance causes inflammation
and fluid production in the lining of the nasal
passage, the sinuses and the eyelids and surface
layer of the eyes. There are two types of allergic
rhinitis, seasonal and perennial. If you have
allergies, you sneeze frequently, your nose runs
and your eyes are red, itchy and watery. If you
rub your eyes, it makes them worse. Irritation
of the eyes and nose can be soothed by various
antihistamine and decongestant drops and sprays.
Contact your Today's Vision doctor for more information
regarding allergic reactions and the eye.
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