In the period of seasonal exacerbation of allergies need to follow some rules.
Removal of the allergen that trigger the exacerbation of allergic conjunctivitis, the patient from the surrounding environment is a critical component of the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis, writes the Chronicle.Info with reference on HealthInfo.
The list of allergens subject to elimination are revealed after the allergological examination (for this purpose it is by and large and need). If you eliminate contact with the allergen, the symptoms will disappear without medical treatment. Unfortunately, it is not always.
Character elimination measures determined by the type of allergen.
For example, if allergic conjunctivitis caused by an allergic reaction to cat fur, the animal from the premises need to remove and hold then repeated wet cleaning. Without a thorough cleaning animal allergens can remain in the apartment until six months. This is the most radical and effective option.
But there are cases when to get rid of the cats does not work. For example, the patient lives in a private house and the cat is the only factor limiting the population of mice. Then the animal is not allowed in the bedroom to the person suffering from allergies, and use special care products, to reduce the concentration of allergens in the animal’s environment, and wash the animal regularly (once a week) with the use of special shampoos. Caring for a cat should definitely carry out a person without allergies to it. And in the bedroom the patient will need to install a purifier, which should work around the clock.
A frequent cause of allergic conjunctivitis is allergic to household allergens in the first place to house dust and house dust mites (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus and Dermatophagoides farinae). In this case, it is necessary to conduct a range of activities.
Pillows, blankets, mattresses should be made of artificial, hypoallergenic materials. If this is not possible, they are kept in a special antiallergic protective covers. Moreover, it is necessary to change all bedding. A common mistake is to change their pillow, and furthermore, next, on the same bed sleeping another family member on the pen pillow.
Must be treated regularly the flat tick (acaricidal) drugs. The regularity of treatment ranges from once per month to 1 time in a floor of year and depends on the brand of your chosen funds.
Wash bedding at a temperature of 60 degrees. It also contributes to the death of mites. At home, you must eliminate all sources of house dust: carpets, heavy curtains, curtains, tapestries, large soft toys etc. Furniture should be made of materials that can often be wiped off. Use the apartment air purifiers in every room must be your camera. You should not buy one cleaner for the whole apartment. It will be ineffective. If financial possibilities are limited, first install the purifier in the bedroom. Easy daily spend wet cleaning. General cleaning at least once in 5-7 days.
Conventional vacuum cleaners with bags for rubbish – ineffective for conducting anti-allergic activities. They are able to retain the smallest dust particles, and Allergy causing. If cleaning is conducted by the patient with allergic disease, which in principle is undesirable, it needs to wear a mask and tightly attached to the skin glasses. After cleaning, rinse the eyes with plenty of running water. TV, computer and other appliances should be removed from the bedroom of the patient, as they are usually deposited large amount of dust. Watch the humidity in the apartment. Optimal humidity is 40-50 %. High humidity indoors (more than 75%) creates an ideal environment for breeding dust mites.
Recommendations for patients with Allergy to pollen. The most radical option is to move into a different climate zone in the flowering period of the plants, causing the exacerbation of allergic conjunctivitis. If this is not possible – it is necessary to minimize the time spent outdoors. From the house it is better to go after 11 a.m., when the concentration of pollen is slightly lower. On the street should be worn tight to the face sunglasses.
Having come back home, change clothes, take a shower, flush the eyes and nasal passages, rinse the mouth. Should not drying things after washing in the street – there they deposited the pollen. Open Windows and vents must be closed with a damp cloth, this will reduce the intake of the allergen in the room. Use air purifiers. If you use the air conditioning, it should also be equipped with a filter air outlet. When traveling around town in the car – keep the Windows closed. Do not use herbal remedies, herbal cosmetics, bee products.
In any case, the nature of interventions should be discussed with the allergist.
A good hygiene is the best way to combat the spread of conjunctivitis. After the infection has been diagnosed, follow these steps:
1. Don’t touch your eyes with your hands.
2. Frequently and thoroughly wash your hands.
3. Change your face towel and do not let it contact with the skin of other people.
4. Temporarily do not use eye cosmetics, especially mascara.
5. Follow instructions of the doctor regarding contact lenses.
You can reduce the discomfort of conjunctivitis by applying cool compresses on the affected eye. To make a compress, soak a clean cloth in cold water and wring it out before putting in a tightly closed eyelids.
Avoid rubbing the eyes with allergic conjunctivitis. Possible Eyewash artificial tears that wash away the allergen. Well established antihistamine eye drops, properly relieving the symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis.
Remember that only an ophthalmologist is able to determine the cause of eye disease and prescribe adequate treatment.
