Fall Allergies at North Shore Eye Care
Its that time of the year and Fall is around the corner that means ragweed, which is causing runny nose, sneezing, congestion, eye irritation, tearing and itching. At North Shore Eye Care, our board certified eye doctors, Dr. S. Martin, Dr. Zweibel, Dr. J. Martin, and Dr. Mauro see many patients with allergies all year round.
Symptoms usually involve the lining the nose, causing allergic rhinitis, and the membrane lining the eyelids and covering the whites of the eyes (conjunctiva), causing allergic conjunctivitis. As Fall comes around, ragweed is the key culprit. Signs and symptoms of allergies tend worsen on hot, dry or windy days when there is significant pollen and mold in the air. In the spring, wind-borne pollen from trees come across frequently. Pollen and mold spores are stirred up when vacuuming, mowing, or raking leaves. If you are very sensitive, it is best to wear a face mask while doing these chores. Try to reduce outdoor activity on dry and windy days. Treatment can include but is not limited to, antihistamines, decongestants, and corticosteroids. These may either be in the form of eye drops, nasal sprays or oral medications. It is important to remember that avoidance of certain triggers can be your best friend.
The Board Certified surgeons at North Shore Eye Care have been consistently been named as TOP DOCTORS by Castle Connolly, an independent medical publishing company, as featured in New York magazine, the New York Times and Newsday. North Shore Eye Care has also been designated as the National Crystalens Center of Excellence for advanced cataract surgery. North Shore Eye Care was established 50 years ago by Dr. Sidney A. Martin and is currently served by his son Jeffrey Martin, MD FACS, as well as Lawrence Zweibel, MD FACS, and John Mauro, DO. The practice recently added hearing services (audiology) to the practice that are rendered by Dr. Robyn Shapiro, Au.D.
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