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Urgent Care for Severe Eye Allergies

Battling intense eye allergies? EyeSee Specialists offers expert after-hours care for rapid relief and personalized strategies to manage seasonal and environmental triggers effectively.

8950 Villa La Jolla Dr
Suite C130
Weekdays 6–9 PM
Weekends 8 AM–8 PM

Seek Care now if You Have:

  • Intense itching
  • Severe redness
  • Swollen eyelids
  • Persistent burning sensation
  • Excessive tearing
  • Light sensitivity
  • Blurred vision
  • Mucous discharge
Call Now: (704) 253-8865

Our Emergency Services

Our La Jolla facility offers:
  • Advanced corneal imaging
  • Specialized treatments
  • Evening and weekend hours
    (6 PM–9 PM weekdays,
    8 AM–8 PM weekends)
  • Expert evaluation
  • Immediate intervention
  • Follow-up coordination

Understanding Severe Eye Allergies

What it is:

Eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, occur when allergens trigger an immune response in the eyes, leading to irritation, inflammation, and discomfort. These can be seasonal, tied to pollen and environmental changes, or year-round, caused by indoor allergens like pet dander and dust mites. Systemic allergies can also manifest in the eyes

When to Seek Care:

Contact us immediately if you experience severe eye itching or redness, significant eyelid swelling, persistent burning or tearing, sudden vision changes, or symptoms that resist treatment or worsen over time.

How We Help:

Dr. Said will conduct a comprehensive allergy evaluation, including a detailed symptom history, trigger identification, and an eye examination to assess irritation and inflammation. Treatment aims for immediate relief using options like antihistamine eye drops, anti-inflammatory medications, lubricating drops, or cold compress therapy. For severe cases, advanced treatments such as prescription-strength medications, mast cell stabilizers, specialized combination therapies, oral antihistamines, or short courses of steroid therapy may be used. We also focus on long-term management and prevention.

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Common Eye Allergy Triggers

  • Outdoor allergens: Pollen from trees, grass, and weeds
  • Indoor allergens: Pet dander, dust mites, and mold spores
  • Environmental irritants: Pollution, smoke, and strong odors
  • Seasonal changes: Particularly during high pollen seasons
  • Contact lens solutions: Reactions to preservatives or formulations

Did You Know?

  • Eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, can be triggered by both seasonal changes and year-round environmental factors.
  • While some symptoms stem directly from allergens, others may be linked to systemic allergies that manifest in the eyes.
  • Treating both sources is essential for lasting relief.

Comprehensive Care Protocol

Our approach ensures:

1

Rapid Assessment:

  • Immediate evaluation
  • Symptom history and trigger identification
  • Review of previous treatments and current medications
  • Screening for complications like secondary infections

2

Expert Treatment:

  • Targeted therapy for immediate relief
  • Advanced treatments for severe cases
  • Management of both ocular and systemic allergy manifestations
  • Guidance on allergen avoidance and environmental modifications

3

Recovery Management:

  • Long-term management strategies, including preventive medications
  • Education on trigger prevention for allergens
  • Referrals for immunotherapy if necessary
  • Maintenance therapy for chronic allergy sufferers

Diagnostic Process: What to Expect at Your Visit

Each visit takes about 30–60 minutes.

Initial Assessment:

  • Detailed symptom history and trigger identification
  • Evaluation of symptom severity
  • Review of previous treatments and response
  • Current medication review

Specialized Testing:

  • Comprehensive eye examination
  • Corneal evaluation
  • Tear film assessment
  • Allergy response testing
  • Vision testing
  • Complications screening

Healing & Recovery Support

As you recover, we're here to support you.

Initial Treatment:

  • Antihistamine eye drops:
  • Anti-inflammatory medications
  • Decongestant combinations
  • Cold compress therapy
  • Mast cell stabilizers
  • Steroid therapy

Recovery Support:

  • Preventative medications
  • Environmental modifications
  • Trigger prevention
  • Immunotherapy
  • Maintenance therapy
  • Trigger avoidance
  • Contact lens care

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