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Itchy eyes
Conditions
Allergic rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is inflammation of the inside of the nose caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mould or certain animal danders.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Watery eyes
- Blocked nose
- Excessive sneezing
- Runny nose
- Itchy eyes
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Allergic rhinitis.
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Dry eyes
Dry eye syndrome, or dry eye disease, occurs when the eyes do not make enough tears, or the tears evaporate too quickly because the oil glands are blocked or abnormal.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Dry eyes
- Red eyes
- Itchy eyes
- Eye pain
- Sandy or gritty eyes
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Dry eyes.
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Hay fever
Hay fever is a common allergic condition that affects up to one in five people at some point in their life.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Watery eyes
- Runny nose
- Blocked nose
- Excessive sneezing
- Itchy eyes
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Hay fever.
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Infective conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is redness and inflammation of the thin layer of tissue that covers the front of the eye (conjunctiva).
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Discharge from eyes
- Red eyes
- Itchy eyes
- Eye pain
- Sandy or gritty eyes
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Infective conjunctivitis.
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Inflammation of eyelids
Blepharitis is inflammation of the rims of the eyelids, which causes them to become red and swollen.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Red eyes
- Discharge from eyes
- Itchy eyes
- Swollen eyelid
- Eye pain
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Inflammation of eyelids.
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Important: If you have these symptoms, they may be unrelated to any of these conditions listed. If you are concerned about your symptoms then you should see a doctor.
