Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment of Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2013-02-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (SAC) is an irritating eye condition that affects many
people, caused by hypersensitivity to normally harmless substances such as pollen, and often
accompanies seasonal hay fever. Treatments that can be used before initiating medical therapy
include artificial tear supplements (ATS) and cold compresses (CC). However, there is no
evidence in the scientific literature that demonstrates their efficacy compared to no
treatment or their combined effect with anti-allergic medication. Therefore the investigators
aim to examine the efficacy of ATS and CC alone, in comparison to anti-allergic medication,
and CC in combination with anti-allergic medication. In addition, the investigators also aim
to determine the time course of ocular allergic reactions. At the end of the study the
investigators will be able to see whether or not ATS and CC are effective in treating SAC.