Hayfever giving you red, itchy eyes? Here's what to do about it:
To find out more about the science behind allergic conjunctivitis – and what causes it –While getting pollen in your eyes will cause irritation, this isn’t the only reason why you might be suffering from red, itchy eyes during hay fever season, Dr Bejma says.
If your eyes are feeling particularly red and sore, Dr Bejma recommends using a cold compress to “calm and soothe” the irritation. It’s worth noting that antihistamines do not work for around 10% of people, so if you’re finding them to be ineffective, that might be why.The surface of contact lenses can attract allergens in the air, so it’s best to wearHowever, if you haven’t got any glasses to hand, you can also switch to disposable contact lenses so that the allergens don’t have the time to build up on the lens.5.
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