Sneezing, sniffling, stuffy nose, itchy throat and itchy, red, dry eyes: Auckland hay fever sufferers know all too well what comes with springtime. Hay fever can really ruin your day. But, with a bit of planning, and some of our help, you can win the battle and get relief. Seasonal allergies are caused by high pollen levels released by trees, grass, outdoor moulds and weeds. For many, about 20 per cent of us, this means suffering through months of misery. But there are things you can do to ease your symptoms and get relief. How do allergies irritate eyes? Allergies
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Archives for Itchy Eyes
Keratoconus and itchy eyes
Spring and summer means allergy season for many of us: seasonal allergic rhinitis or hayfever affects about 20 per cent of the population and common symptoms include itchy, red, dry, or watery eyes. What causes eyes to react? We have receptor cells called mast cells on the mucous membrane covering the white surface of our eye and the inner lining of the eyelids. When we come in contact with an allergen, it binds to the mast cells which releases a chemical called histamine that stimulates the nerves in the eye to make it itchy and watery. This is our body’s
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Summer allergies
The summer season is upon us; it’s the perfect time for a break away from work, exam stress, or even just the stuffy confines of the indoors. However, it can be difficult to relax and enjoy yourself if you’re suffering from itchy eyes from hay fever. Along with beautiful weather, comes the blooming of flowers and trees sending pollen flying through the air. Warm, dry, and windy days and early in the morning when pollen counts are high can wreak havoc for people with seasonal allergies. What causes itchy eyes? Allergies occur when our body’s natural defence over-react to harmless
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Treatment for dry eye
Do you suffer from dry eye syndrome? Horrible, isn’t it? Treatment for dry eye includes cleansing, massage and heat and our team can help improve your outlook on life. Dry eye syndrome is a debilitating, common condition. Although it can develop at any age, it is more common amongst older people. The good news is that it can be easily treated. Help for dry eyes Our Auckland optometrists specialise in treatment for dry eye. Between our Henderson Optometry practice and our optometrists in Newmarket our staff has dedicated over 35 years’ helping dry eye sufferers. We offer an effective in-house
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Eye Conditions and Eye Health.
Blepharitis, dry eyes, Eye diseases, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and Treatment.
Blepharitis, dry eyes, Eye diseases, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and Treatment.
Blephasteam for dry eye relief
Computer vision syndrome, MGD and Blephasteam After staring at a monitor for hours on end, have your eyes ever felt dry, itchy or just plain annoyed? Has your vision become blurry, or have you even seen double? Do you get headaches from all the squinting and straining? The amount of time you spend staring at a computer screen can affect your eyes. Computer vision syndrome, or digital eyestrain is incredibly common. In fact, over half of people who work in front of a computer screen have some symptoms of eye trouble, studies show. People usually blink around 18 times per
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Dry Eye Syndrome
Frequently asked questions about dry eye Do your eyes feel sore or watery? Does reading or computer work make your eyes feel gritty and scratchy? If so, you may have dry eye syndrome. Ever suffer from symptoms such as: Eyes feeling gritty Sensitivity to light Sore, stingy or burning eyes Blurred vision Eye redness Watery eyes Tired eyes? Eyes that are not properly protected by tears are vulnerable to dust, debris, and bacteria, leading to eye infections. Dry eye syndrome affects many people, and although it can develop at any age, it is more common amongst older people. Up to
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Eye Conditions and Eye Health.
Blepharitis, dry eyes, Eye diseases, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and Treatment.
Blepharitis, dry eyes, Eye diseases, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and Treatment.
Itchy eyes – again?
Hay fever horrors Rising sea levels, horrendous storms: climate change is hammering the world – yeah right. You can believe it or not, but one thing that about 20% of the New Zealand population can attest to is that the increase in temperatures means longer growing seasons, and higher pollen counts for allergy-causing plants, such as trees, grass, outdoor moulds and weeds. Hay fever brings with it red, watery, itchy eyes. Pollen power Climate change could contribute to longer – and harsher – hay fever seasons. Pollen season, which typically runs from late winter until the end of summer, is
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Digital Eye Strain
Do you have tired eyes, irritated eyes, blurry vision or headaches? Looks like you could be suffering from digital eye strain. According to the Vision Council of America, 70% of U.S. adults experience digital eye strain as a result of digital devices. And it’s getting worse. As people spend more time each day looking at computers, mobile phones, tablets and other electronic devices, digital eye strain is becoming a bigger and bigger problem. The problem is also occurring more frequently in children as they acquire phones and tablets at younger ages and use them for longer periods throughout the day.
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Eye Conditions and Eye Health.
Computer Glasses, dry eyes, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and tired eyes.
Computer Glasses, dry eyes, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and tired eyes.
Treating Dry Eyes
Are your eyes dry, red, irritated or watering? You may be one of the many New Zealanders who suffer from dry eye syndrome. Dry eye is a debilitating, common condition, particularly in older adults. The two most common causes of dry eye are oil glands getting clogged and inflamed or glands not producing enough lubricating tears. Tear production tends to diminish with age or as a side effect of certain medications. Environmental conditions, such as wind, air-conditioning, smoke, dust, dry heat and low humidity, can also affect tear volume. Intense concentration associated with close or computer work, which affects blink
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Eye Conditions and Eye Health.
Blepharitis, dry eyes, Eye diseases, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and Treatment.
Blepharitis, dry eyes, Eye diseases, Eye Problems, Itchy Eyes, and Treatment.
Makeup and Eye Health
Healthy Eyes Are Beautiful Eyes Beauty is timeless, but unfortunately, beauty products are not. For many women, putting on makeup can be a part of their daily routine, but when makeup is not used properly, cosmetics can cause infections, allergic reactions and even injuries. Our eye specialists also see patients coming into our optometrists with eyeliner and mascara residue stuck to contact lenses or trapped in tear films and tear ducts. Some of the most common causes of eye infection come from dirty sponges and old cosmetics: mascara, eyeliner and eye shadow. In fact, according to a Reuters news article
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