Allergy

Pearls of Vision Video Series: Amniotic Membrane Grafts

By

Cecelia Koetting, OD

Publish Date February 11, 2022

With a few tips, any optometrist can become an expert at using amniotic membranes.

Topical Therapeutic Effective in Alleviating Allergic Conjunctivitis Symptoms

By

K. Patricia Bouweraerts, MA

Publish Date February 15, 2022

The reproxalap treatment may potentially address real-world clinical challenges for patients with allergic conjunctivitis.

Ocular Surface Dysbiosis Associated With ACD, Tacrolimus

By

Erin Boyle

Publish Date January 25, 2022

Researchers cannot conclusively determine whether allergic conjunctival disease or tacrolimus treatmentents play a more significant role in ocular surface dysbiosis.

Investigators Review Tolerability of Over-The-Counter Ocular Allergy Drops

By

Bill Kekevian

Publish Date November 9, 2021

The researchers suggested patients may be more compliant using 0.7% olopatadine.

Allergic Reactions to mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines Characterized

Publish Date September 30, 2021

Women and those with a previous history of allergy seem to have an increased risk for allergy to mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.

Allergic Conjunctivitis Lowers Children’s Quality of Life

By

K. Patricia Bouweraerts, MA

Publish Date September 27, 2021

Corneal allergy complications in children can even lower their parents’ quality of life.

Tacrolimus A Potential Alternative to Cyclosporine?

By

Erin Boyle

Publish Date September 27, 2021

A study supports the use of a calcineurin inhibitor for severe ocular allergies.

Several Topical Meds Can Lead to Allergic Contact Dermatitis

By

Lauren Biscaldi

Publish Date September 16, 2021

Previously unrecognized pathogenic mechanisms involving ocular contact dermatitis has driven new approaches to control the inflammatory process.