“Spring is a beautiful season, if only you could see it through your puffy, bloodshot eyes. For many allergy sufferers, their eyes are on the frontlines of the battle against pollen and dander. Allergic conjunctivitis is the medical term for the all-too-familiar feeling of itchy, watery eyes. For the more than 20 million Americans suffering from this condition there are many prescription and over-the-counter remedies to treat allergic conjunctivitis. Perennial and seasonal allergic conjunctivitis are similar conditions where your eye reacts to an allergen that then triggers the body to release histamines. With perennial allergies, this may be pet dander, mold or dust, while pollen is generally to blame for seasonal allergies.” (04/30/07)