The diagnosis of allergic conjunctivitis is made with:

• A history of symptoms suggestive of eye allergies

• An examination by a healthcare professional with findings consistent with conjunctivitis

• And allergy testing showing seasonal or perennial allergies

A response to typical medications is helpful in the ultimate diagnosis of allergic eye disease. A failure to respond to medications may lead to a search for a different diagnosis.

Notes: allergies guide

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