Allergy-causing substances like pollen and dander may cause
dilatation of blood vessels in the conjunctiva, the membrane
covering the eye. The resulting reddening of the eyes is called
allergic conjunctivitis, and is usually accompanied by itching and
tearing.
Review Date: 08/22/2008
Reviewed By: Paul B. Griggs, MD, Department of Ophthalmology, Virginia Mason
Medical Center, Seattle, WA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare
Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
