Allergy eyes?

Question

I wake up almost every morning with itchy, watery eyes that USUALLY clear up after a few hours, but sometimes don't. Does anyone else have this problem? What to do? I hate showing up at work looking like I am totally hungover.

Answer 1

My eldest son had the exact same problem. The school continuously would call me saying that my son had pink eyes in both his eyes and I needed to take him to the doctors. After numerous trips to the doctor's to state that he didn't have it and could go back to school, his allergy specialist provided him with eyedrops called Patanol.

My son is deathly allergic to Pine, Maple, Cedar, Oak, etc trees as well as 3 main grasses. He has had to carry around an emergency shot in case he went into an attack. He would wake every morning with runny nose, runny eyes, sometimes could not even open his eyes in the morning because there would be so much junk in them that it would seal shut.

We noticed before the allergy shots, and before the Patanol eyedrops ever came into play, that a warm or cool washcloth over the eyes would give his eyes some relief. However, Patanol has been a great source. He can wake up normally without all the junk in his eyes. And not have running or itchy eyes all day long. It is taken 2x's daily in the morning and in the evening before bedtime. It is a perscription. Good luck and hope this helps.

Answer 2

I will give you a much shorter answer! Try to discover the cause of your allergy...something in your home, in the bedroom? Eliminate the cause if at all possible. In the meantme, you may find eye allergy eye drops very helpful. Naphcon-A eye drops work very well and are available without a prescription at Wal-Mart.

Answer 3

Hi KJ

Here are some ideas on how to heal the issue. You also need to learn about cleansing the body of toxins by doing a colon and liver cleanse.

Cause of Allergies
Overall, the underlying causes of allergy and sensitivity are dietary and lifestyle factors specifically titled as imbalanced immune function, barrier function default (such as "leaky gut" syndrome), and toxic overload. Each of these are, in varying degrees, responsible for the development and continuation of allergy and sensitivity.




Herbal Medicine: There are a variety of herbs that offer relief from allergies, such as goldenseal, red sage, and goldenrod. To reduce mucus, try astringents such as yarrow and myrrh (Commiphora myrrha). These help to contract inflamed tissues and reduce secretions and discharges. To strengthen immune response use echinacea, astragalus root, goldenseal root, and Pfaffia paniculata (suma or Brazilian ginseng). These herbs can be effective and safe for treating weakened immune systems.

Cayenne pepper is a favorite herb among those treating allergy patients. The active ingredient is a strong anti-inflammatory, and it is recommend to allergy suffers, including asthma patients, as a simple and effective treatment. Sprinkling liberal amounts of the pepper on meals for a few days can provide relief.

Although herbal remedies have shown excellent results in reducing allergy/sensitivity symptoms, using herbs to treat allergies involves an individual approach. Some particularly effective anti-inflammatory herbs are stinging nettle, Ginkgo biloba, and licorice. Chinese skullcap, ephedra, and feverfew are others to consider for treating allergy symptoms. Patients whose conditions are severe should consult with a trained herbalist or naturopath.

A major symptom of allergies is gastrointestinal upset, including bloating, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Demulcent herbs can alleviate these symptoms (demulcent is a term used by herbalists to describe an herb that has a protective effect on the mucous membranes by minimizing irritation). The most commonly used herbs are marshmallow, slippery elm bark, cabbage juice, okra, fenugreek, and aloe vera.

Homeopathy: Homeopathy has widespread applications for the treatment of allergies. In many situations, minute diluted doses of the substance a person is allergic to can be prepared as a homeopathic solution that triggers the body`s natural ability to heal itself.

Homeopathic remedies are best prescribed by a competent homeopath. Self-diagnosis is discouraged due to the variety of factors that must be considered before the appropriate treatment is selected. However, the following remedies can be helpful: Ferrum phos, lycopodium, and silica.

Juice Therapy: A juice fast of organic vegetable juices for 2-3 weeks can help detoxify the body, thus improving its ability to cope with allergies. Two useful juice combinations for this purpose are beet, carrot, and cucumber; and carrot and celery. For added benefit, add a small piece of ginger root to either juice combination.

Best of health to you