Spring Allergies Affecting Your Vision? Tips from Your Eye Doctor in Wellington

Spring Allergies Affecting Your Vision? Tips from Your Eye Doctor in Wellington

If your itchy, red, swollen eyes are preventing you from enjoying the beautiful weather in spring, it’s time to book an eye doctor in Wellington. Eye allergies are common during this time of the year. However, the significant discomfort caused by the eyes’ reaction to pollen, dust mites, and pet dander can affect many areas of your daily life—from working and driving to reading a book or watching television.

You are not alone. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America estimates that allergies affect 50 million people in the country—30 percent of adults and 40 percent of children. Your eye doctor in Wellington explains the likely cause and offers advice on how to alleviate the discomfort of spring eye allergies.
 

Symptoms of Eye Allergies

 
  • Itching

  • Redness

  • Burning

  • Swelling

  • Sensitivity to light

  • Grittiness

  • Clear, watery discharge
     

Causes of Eye Allergies

Eye allergies could be caused by indoor or outdoor allergens, and reactions to certain eye drops, cosmetics, detergents, or other household products. Some foods can even cause eye allergies. The most common allergens are pet dander, dust mites, mold, and pollens from grass, trees, and weeds. Other irritants include perfume, cigarette smoke, and diesel exhaust.
 

Simple Ways to Manage Eye Allergies

  • Keep windows closed during high pollen periods

  • Use air conditioning in your home and car

  • Wear glasses or sunglasses or a hat with a wide brim to keep pollen out of your eyes when outdoors

  • Consider “mite-proof” bedding covers to limit exposure to dust mites

  • Use a dehumidifier to prevent and control mold

  • Wash clothes, shoes, and bed linens weekly

  • Replace pillows every 1-2 years

  • Vacuum your floors regularly

  • Wipe down windows and furniture and mop floors to minimize allergens in your home

  • Wash your hands after petting any animal and when you come in from outside

  • See your eye doctor for prescription medications or get emergency eye care to help with itching, redness, and watering.
     

Do not use any eye drops without consulting your eye doctor in Wellington. Prolonged use of some over-the-counter products could make your symptoms worse. Don’t wait so long: Seek treatment early to prevent significant inflammation and symptoms. Schedule regular checkups with your optometrist to detect issues early. An allergy is an overreaction of the immune system, causing inflammation. Longstanding inflammation, when not treated, causes scarring, which can result in loss of vision.
 

Where to get the best treatment for your eye allergies

At SeaView Eyecare, we provide comprehensive eye care for the entire family. Our board-certified eye doctors in Wellington have extensive experience with children and adults. A child-friendly atmosphere makes kids comfortable during eye exams. With state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, we detect eye disease and accurately correct all types of vision problems. From eye exams to vision correction and emergency eye care, count on us to help you maintain optimal eye health.

Come and see our stylish selection of sunglasses and prescription eyewear for adults and children. Parents love our Perfect Protection Plan, which provides a replacement pair of glasses in the event they break due to the manufacturer’s defect or get scratched.

Our dedicated team offers a welcoming environment and uses the latest equipment to provide the highest quality of eye care, including contact lenses. We work with most major insurance carriers and can help you optimize your coverage benefits.

Our state-of-the-art SeaView optometric eye care center in Lake Worth provides comprehensive services for your whole family. We have invested in the latest diagnostic tools to provide you with prescriptions for the clearest vision as well as to detect any eye problems. An extensive range of eyewear and sunglasses helps cater to diverse tastes. If we do not have the frames you desire, we will be happy to order them for you! As contracted providers for most insurance plans, we can help you make optimal use of your

benefits to maintain healthy eyes.

Call SeaView Eyecare at 561-790-7290 or contact us online to schedule an appointment with our eye doctor in Wellington, Florida.

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