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  1. Allergy eye irritation is extremely common and I typically see a few patients every clinic day with symptoms. The skin on the eye (the conjunctiva) is sensitive and tends to swell easily.

    A couple of findings/symptoms that are typical with allergy:

    1. Typically both eyes are involved.
    2. Itching is common
    3. Swelling of the skin around the eyes
    4. Chemosis (swelling of the conjunctiva) seen under the microscope … see my chemosis video
    5. Papillary “bumps” on the inner surface of the eyelids.

    There are many therapies for allergic conjunctivitis, but I typically start with allergy drops and cool compresses.

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