As the seasons change, do your eyes become irritated and watery? These signs and symptoms could indicate that you have seasonal allergies. Flowers are blooming and weather patterns in the area are changing, making spring a common period for these symptoms to appear.

Pollen is one of the most common allergens in the United States. While pollen is harmless for most people, the immune system interprets it as a danger and reacts accordingly. Drippy noses, sneezing, and itchy eyes are all attempts by the immune system to rid the body of the microbes.

girl rubbing her eyes in field of flowers due to allergies

If your symptoms last after spring has already passed, and especially if they intensify, it could be a sign of a more serious eye condition.

There is a solution that can alleviate or eliminate your seasonal allergy symptoms altogether. When it comes to treatment alternatives, an eye doctor can be a valuable resource. The most efficient method to ensure that you can get relief from your symptoms is to get a diagnosis and treatment plan.

Contact the Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute if you or someone you know has allergies or any other type of eye condition. Our specialists have been providing exceptional ophthalmic care in Broward County and the neighboring areas since 1970. Call us at 954-575-6133 or go to flei.com to make an appointment.