Eye problem

[Marik25]

Hi,i am having some eye problem for about a month now,it started with dryness and now my eyes feel very sticky and blinking dosen't bring any relief...also my right eye seem smaller but it has less discomfort.I have trouble sleeping,when i close my eyes, my eye muscles seem stretched and my eyes tend to open up.Also dark pimple-like dots started to appear on my left temple and they do hurt.Please help...thanks.

[Marik25]

Thank you for your response Dr Rajput =)

[Dr Rajput]

Hi, welcome to the forum, your symptoms are suggestive of allergic conjunctivitis. It is predominantly seen in young adults (20-25 yrs of age). This happens as soon one is exposed to allergen.

You need to get evaluated clinically as well as certain tests will be help to determine the cause, they are
- Conjunctival scrapings - may be evaluated for the presence of eosinophils.
- Tear film levels of IgE
- Mast cell activity can be measured by immunoassay testing of tears

Usual management consists of  
- Basic eye care - you should not rub your eyes.
- Treatment of dry eyes- use of artificial tears throughout the day will dilute the allergen.
- Allergen avoidance- You need to find the allergen and you need to avoid further exposure. Keep a diary of all the things you are exposed to rule out the allergens.         -  Allergy evaluation - You need to consult allergy specialist for evaluation of the allergen by skin testing. A history of concomitant rhinitis, asthma, or systemic allergic will be useful to know the allergen.

Take care and regards.