Pediatr. praxi. 2014;15(2):79-82

Allergic conjunctivitis in children

MUDr.Milan Odehnal, MBA, MUDr.Denisa Petrušková, MUDr.Jiří Malec

Oční klinika dětí a dospělých 2. LF UK a FN v Motole, Praha

Seasonal and perennial conjunctivitis is the most common form of eye allergies. Among the less common but clinically severe allergic

forms, ranks vernal keratoconjunctivitis which is only characteristic for childhood and rare atopic keratoconjunctivitis. Main subjective

symptoms in allergic conjunctivitis is itching, tearing and photophobia. Chemosis of conjunctiva, eyelid swelling and redness of the eye

play a role in clinical diagnosis. Prevention in allergic conjunctivitis is limited. Therapy of allergic conjunctivitis is based on local application

of antihistaminics and mastcell stabilizers. Most optimal are their combination. Chronic conjunctivitis or keratoconjunctivitis severe forms

can lead to anatomical changes such as papillar hypertrophy of conjunctiva or even they can damage the corneal surface. In these cases,

it is necessary to use steroids with the need to monitor the side effects of long-term therapy, including secondary glaucoma and cataract.

Keywords: allergic conjunctivitis, itching, watery eyes, antihistaminics, mast cell stabilizers, corticoids

Published: April 20, 2014  Show citation