Ocular Allergic Disease: Mechanisms, Disease Sub-types, Treatment

Ocular allergy refers to a variety of hypersensitivity disorders that affect the lid, conjunctiva, and/or cornea. Its incidence is estimated at over 20% of the general population in the United States. This review will discuss the various forms of ocular allergy, their pathophysiology, clinical prese...

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Published in:The ocular surface 2003-07, Vol.1 (3), p.127-149
Main Authors: Abelson, Mark B., Smith, Lisa, Chapin, Matthew
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
allergic conjunctivitis
allergic mediators
antihistamines
histamine
lid swelling
mast cell stabilizers
mast cells
ocular allergy
ocular inflammation
rhinoconjunctivitis
steroids
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Summary:Ocular allergy refers to a variety of hypersensitivity disorders that affect the lid, conjunctiva, and/or cornea. Its incidence is estimated at over 20% of the general population in the United States. This review will discuss the various forms of ocular allergy, their pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and treatment. New frontiers in mechanisms, therapy, and management in the office are emphasized throughout.
ISSN:1542-0124
1937-5913
DOI:10.1016/S1542-0124(12)70140-4