Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis (Pollen Allergy)
This is a common eye allergy triggered by pollen from trees, grasses, or weeds, often causing eye pain and discomfort. It typically occurs in spring and early summer when pollen levels are high.
Perennial Allergic Conjunctivitis (Dust Mite Allergy)
This allergy is caused by dust mites and can lead to chronic eye pain and irritation. It can occur year-round as dust mites are present throughout the year.
Animal Dander Allergy
This allergy occurs when a person is sensitive to proteins found in the skin, saliva, or urine of animals such as cats and dogs, leading to symptoms like eye pain. It can happen at any time of the year.
Mold Allergy
Eye pain can be a symptom of an allergy to mold spores, which can grow in damp environments. Mold allergies are typically worse in the late summer and fall when mold counts increase.
Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
A seasonal allergy that mainly affects children and young adults and can cause severe eye discomfort and pain, usually occurring in the spring to early autumn when the weather is warm.
Ragweed Allergy
This allergy is a common trigger of eye pain during late summer and fall. Ragweed pollen travels through the air, causing allergic reactions in many individuals during its peak seasons, from late August to November.
