Allergic conjunctivitis primary prevention
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sujaya Chattopadhyay, M.D.[2]
Overview
Avoidance of the allergens is an important step for preventing allergic conjunctivitis.
Primary Prevention
Avoidance of the allergens is an important step for preventing allergic conjunctivitis.
Pollen and outdoor molds[1]
- Keeping windows closed
- Using screen filters and air conditioners and
- Increasing patient awareness to avoid unnecessary contact
Pets[2]
- Removing the pet from the home
- Limiting pet access to key areas of the house
- Washing the pets, and reservoirs such as carpets, weekly.
House dust mites[3]
- Keeping the humidity between 35 and 50%
- Using mite-allergen proof covers for the bedding
- Washing the bedding weekly
- Regular vacuuming with systems using HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filters, or with a central vacuum with adequate filtration or that vents to the outside
References
- ↑ Bielory L, Meltzer EO, Nichols KK, Melton R, Thomas RK, Bartlett JD (2013). “An algorithm for the management of allergic conjunctivitis”. Allergy Asthma Proc. 34 (5): 408–20. doi:10.2500/aap.2013.34.3695. PMID 23998237.
- ↑ Portnoy J, Kennedy K, Sublett J, Phipatanakul W, Matsui E, Barnes C; et al. (2012). “Environmental assessment and exposure control: a practice parameter–furry animals”. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 108 (4): 223.e1–15. doi:10.1016/j.anai.2012.02.015. PMC 3519933. PMID 22469456.
- ↑ Portnoy J, Miller JD, Williams PB, Chew GL, Miller JD, Zaitoun F; et al. (2013). “Environmental assessment and exposure control of dust mites: a practice parameter”. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 111 (6): 465–507. doi:10.1016/j.anai.2013.09.018. PMC 5156485. PMID 24267359.
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