Allergies Archives | Long Island Eye Doctor
Itchy, Tearing Eyes? How to Know if its Allergies.. And What to Do About It.
June 19, 2015 | Meghan Schiffer, ODAllergy season brought lots of patients into our office this year. Many were complaining of itchy, red, or teary eyes. Most blamed it on seasonal allergies, but only some patients were doing anything about it. The most common symptom of … Read More
Tips To Winning A Staring Contest and why you have trouble
February 19, 2014 | Dr. Joel KestenbaumAre you one of those people who have trouble winning a staring contest? Did you ever wonder why you can’t win? Here are a few reasons why and a a few tips to achieving that gloating winning moment.
Are you extending the wear of your contact lenses?
January 22, 2014 | Suchi Matalia, ODI recently had a patient who complained that her contact lenses would bother her after only few hours or wear. She was confused why this happened, especially since she only wore her contact lenses for sports and special events.
I … Read More
Is it Dry Eyes or Allergy?
January 8, 2014 | Joel Kestenbaum, ODOften patients come in complaining that their eyes are dry, either all day or part of the day. Some complain of itching along with dryness. How do you know if you have a dry eye due to poor … Read More
New “Eyes” Resolution
January 3, 2014 | Dr. Amy ChangIt’s the New Year and everyone is setting their goals for 2014, many of the goals that people traditionally set are related to their health – whether it is eating healthier or exercising more. Something to think about is your … Read More
What Causes Eye Allergies?
October 11, 2012 | Dr. Joel KestenbaumWe already have a couple of other blog posts up about eye allergies and how to treat them. However, if you are not finding what you need in those previous posts or you have tried what was … Read More
EYE ALLERGIES
March 10, 2010 | Joel Kestenbaum, OD 1It’s Allergy Season. Do you know where your tissues are?
Every year, I stock up on over-the-counter allergy eye drops and pre-write prescriptions for allergy medications in anticipation of the droves of patients reporting to me with eye allergy symptoms. … Read More
How To Quickly Relieve Eye Allergies
June 5, 2009 | Joel Kestenbaum, OD 2It’s Allergy Season
It’s allergy season….as if you didn’t know already. You and the masses are experiencing the symptoms of the season. Every day my patients are calling for appointments due to eye discomfort.
The main symptoms of allergy eyes … Read More