A Study of Clinical Profile and Management of Allergic Conjunctivitis in Rural Tertiary Care Centre
Berelli Srilekha *
Department of Ophthalmology, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Deemed to be University, India.
Sohan Lohiya
Department of Ophthalmology, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Deemed to be University, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Background: Among the allergic diseases witnessed over the last few decades, ocular allergy is one of the most common conditions. Many factors like pets, dust, pollen, grain exposure, air pollution play a role in allergies. Ocular allergy impairs the daily routine activities, and if left undertreated, it may progress to atopic keratoconjunctivitis, resulting in vision impairment. This study aimed to observe an association of dry eye in allergic conjunctivitis and management of allergic conjunctivitis cases reporting in tertiary health care Centre.
Materials and Methods: This will be a cross sectional observational research conducted at AVBRH, Wardha. Baseline data of 85 enrolled patients will be collected after obtaining their informed written consent and all procedures will be explained to patients. Patients included in study will undergo Comprehensive ophthalmic examination, slit lamp examination, fundoscopy, tear break up time and Schirmer’s test with topical anaesthesia. Follow-up of all patients will be done at 1, 3, 6, and 8 weeks. Data on medical history, allergies, and lifestyle factors will be collected using a pretested standard questionnaire.
Expected Results: Estimation of correlation between dry eye in allergic conjunctivitis and efficacy of different standard drugs in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis.
Keywords: Allergic, conjunctivitis, antihistamines, mast cell stabilizers, corticosteroids, dry eye, schirmer’s test