- Acanthamoeba
- Accommodative Dysfunction
- Amblyopia
- Anterior Uveitis
- Astigmatism
- Blepharitis
- Cataract
- Chalazion
- Color Vision Deficiency
- Computer Vision Syndrome
- Concussions
- Conjunctivitis
- Convergence Insufficiency
- Corneal Abrasion
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Dry Eye
- Eye Coordination
- Floaters & Spots
- Glaucoma
- Hordeolum
- Hyperopia
- Keratitis
- Keratoconus
- Macular Degeneration
- Migraine with Aura
- Myokymia
- Myopia
- Nystagmus
- Ocular Hypertension
- Ocular Migraine
- Pinguecula
- Presbyopia
- Pterygium
- Ptosis
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinoblastoma
- Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Strabismus
- Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
- Vision-Related Learning Problems
Ocular allergies
Often negatively affecting quality of life meriting consideration for customized treatment plans instead of one-size-fits-all, over-the-counter (OTC) relief.
Ocular allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, is one of the most common ocular surface diseases in primary eye care. Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis and perennial allergic conjunctivitis alone make up 95% of all allergic conjunctivitis in the U.S. Yet allergic conjunctivitis is often unaddressed largely due to its relatively benign nature.
While allergists consider the respiratory ramifications, doctors of optometry can comanage patients for their ocular allergies, bolstering their overall care and quality of life.
Causes & risk factors
- Seasonal causes—allergens.
- Chronic causes—contact lens reaction.
Symptoms
Symptoms can in occur in one or both eyes:
- Itching.
- Redness.
- Swelling.
Diagnosis
A comprehensive eye exam as other causes such as dry eye and blepharitis have similar symptoms.
Treatment
- Over the counter allergy eye drops.
- Over the counter oral allergy medication.
- Consult a doctor of optometry if symptoms do not subside or worsen over time to discuss possible prescription drops or oral medication.
Prevention
Use over the counter or prescription (as needed) allergy medications prior to and during allergy season.
Acanthamoeba
Acanthamoeba is one of the most common organisms in the environment. Although it rarely causes infection, when it does occur, it can threaten your vision.
Accommodative dysfunction
Accommodative dysfunction is an eye-focusing problem resulting in blurred vision—up close and/or far away— frequently found in children or adults who have extended near-work demand.
Amblyopia (lazy eye)
Amblyopia—also known as lazy eye—is the loss or lack of development of clear vision in one or both eyes.