Conjunctivitis
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.
