SELF-QUIZ:

HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE AN EYE ALLERY?

Take this self-quiz from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) to see what your eyes may be trying to tell you.

1. Do your eyes itch?

2. Do you experience excessive tearing or watery eyes?

3. Are your eyes red?

4. Are your eyelids swollen?

5. Do you have blurred vision?

6. Are your eyes sensitive to light?

7. Do your eyes burn?

8. Do you often feel like you have something in your eye?

9. Are your eye symptoms worse outdoors or during a particular season?

10. Do your eye symptoms get worse when you are around pets?

11. Do your eye symptoms persist even after using over-the-counter eye drops?

If you answered YES to one or more of these questions, you may be suffering from eye allergies. Take these steps now:

• Take this quiz to your allergist or personal physician to discuss your symptoms.

• Ask your allergist or personal physician about effective eye allergy treatment and which options might be appropriate for you.

You don’t have to suffer or put up with eye allergies. Effective treatment is available.

The ACAAI has more information that can help you get your allergies under control.  Call 1-800-842-7777 or visit www.acaai.org to learn how you can have a life without allergies.