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	LASIK Visian ICL Restoring Vision over 40 Cataracts Glaucoma Dry Eye What is Dry Eye? Treatments Restasis Punctal Occlusion Eye Drops Dry Eye and Allergies Dry Eye and LASIK General Ophthalmology Optometric Services Cosmetic Services Full Name: * E-mail: * Phone: * Subject: * SelectLASIK ConsultReSTOR/ReZOOM ConsultCataract SurgeryDry EyeEye ExamContact LensesGlaucomaMacular Degeneration Questions/Comments: * Access Code: * Sign up for Our E-mail Newsletter E-mail: Articles and Links Glossary of Terms Patient Forms Referring Medical Professionals Corporate Vision Program		Dry Eye and Allergies The body reacts to certain allergens that it feels is harmful to it. For example while dust may not affect you it may affect someone else triggering an allergic response. This response may be in the form of itchy, red or watery eyes. Sometimes stronger reactions to allergies can be in the form of swollen, red eyelids. Most eyes react to airborne allergens in the air from dust, smog, pet dander, or pollen to name a few. Sometimes makeup or antibiotic eye drops may also cause an allergic reaction. It is important to note that dry eyes can exacerbate allergies. The eye normally increases its production of tears in order to wash away what is affecting. Ironically enough, excessive tearing is a major symptom of dry eye. If there is not enough tears to wash away the allergens, the eye will be even more irritated. Lubrication drops are often recommended to help add extra moisture to the eye. If moisture drops are not enough, Dr. Benjamin may suggest punctal occlusion to help increase the amount of tears that remain in the eye. To alleviate these symptoms it is best to avoid what seems to encourage these reactions. Failing that, eye drops such as Optivar or Patanol can help alleviate itching and redness. Dry eye therapy such as Restasis can also help, however these eye drops are by prescription only. Antihistamines such as Claritin or Benadryl are helpful as well as over the counter decongestants. Overuse of decongestants can create dependence so they should be used sparingly. Top of the page On This Page: • General Information

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Dr. Arthur Benjamin is a LASIK and Intralase Los Angeles specialist who has helped thousands of patients from the Los Angeles area to obtain better vision.
He is also a Los Angeles cataract surgery specialist who offers the newest technology lenses, including the ReSTOR and Tecnis IOLs.
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