Blow Spring Allergies Away

The Signs of Spring are in Your Eyes

The calendar says that spring has officially arrived! But even if you are still waiting on the sunny weather, blooming flowers, and greening trees, there are a few sure signs that spring is here.

You’re more likely to feel the season change versus seeing it with your own eyes because sometimes, your eyes get hit the worst with the first signs of spring.?

Considering the time of year, if your eyes are itchy, watery, and red, chances are your eyes are reacting to pollen. Allergens stimulate the histamines located in the eyes causing these symptoms.

Pet dander, dust, dirt, and cigarette smoke can also cause a similar reaction to plant allergies.?

Here are some tips to help arm yourself as spring begins:?

• Avoid allergens?- Limit exposure to common allergens you are sensitive to by staying indoors. If you go outdoors, wear wrap-around sunglasses to help shield your eyes from pollen, ragweed, dust, etc.?
• Remove contacts?- Contact lenses can attract allergens and accumulate throughout the day. Consider wearing your glasses or switching to daily disposable contacts during allergy season.?
• Over-the-counter eye drops?- There are a variety of?allergy?drops that are formulated to relieve itchiness, redness, and watery eyes.?

Don’t let allergy season get you down. If you're experiencing symptoms that won’t go away, make an appointment to see your eye doctor about more ways to combat eye allergy symptoms so you can enjoy the warmer spring days. And don't forget to schedule your annual eye exam, too! ?

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Information received through VSP Vision Care channels is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, medical recommendations, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your eye doctor, physician, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.?