Can Allergies Cause Swollen Eyes?
Allergy symptoms vary, but may include:
- Breathing problems (coughing, shortness of breath)
- Burning, tearing, or itchy eyes
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Conjunctivitis (red, swollen eyes) - Coughing
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Hives
- Itching of the nose, mouth, throat, skin, or any other area
- Runny nose
- Skin rashes
- Stomach cramps
- Vomiting
- Wheezing
What part of the body is contacted by the allergen plays a role in the symptoms you develop. For example:
- Allergens that are breathed in often cause a stuffy nose, itchy nose and throat, mucus...
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