Conjunctivitis - allergic
Symptoms
- May be seasonal
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Red eyes - Dilated vessels in the conjunctiva (the clear membrane that covers the "white" of the eye)
- Intense itching or
burning eyes - Tearing (watery eyes)
- Puffy eyelids, especially in the morning
- Stringy eye discharge
Signs and tests
Your doctor may look for the following:
- The presence of eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) in scrapings, secretions, or discharge
- A positive skin test for suspected allergens (see
allergy testing ) - A pattern of small, raised bumps on the inside of the eyelids (papillary conjunctivitis)
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