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Itchy, twitchy or sore and tired? If you suffer from irritated eyes, Pip Harry says there's relief in sight. Good Health; issue 0213; p048 - 049; Text Available

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caption49 goodhealth. DRY EYES CAUSES: Heaters, windy weather, long hours at a computer, air conditioning or cigarette smoke may cause tears to evaporate, contributing to symptoms of dry eye syndrome and eye irritation. Certain prescription medicines such as antihistamines and diuretics may also contribute to dry eye. BEAT IT: Avoid triggers and use artifi cial tears or lubricating eye drops for relief. Certain contact lenses can also cause dry eye, so take regular breaks and wear your glasses instead. ITCHY EYES CAUSES: “The most common cause of watery, itchy eyes is allergic conjunctivitis,” says Slater. “It a ects both eyes and isn’t contagious. Allergens that commonly cause the itchy symptoms include pollens (often in spring), dust mites, cosmetics A re irritated eyes driving you mad? Jared Slater from the Optometrists Association Australia, says it’s a common reason people visit their optometrist. “Eye irritation may include pain, watery eyes, red eyes, twitchy eyelids, swollen eyelids, itchy eyes, and even sore, tired eyes. These symptoms can occur for many reasons, including eye infection, infl ammation and allergies. If you have any of these symptoms, you may have an eye problem that needs treatment and you should see your optometrist for a full eye examination.” Read on for more soothing eye solutions... PHOTOGRAPHY GETTY IMAGES / CORBIS and some animals.” Itchy eyes are also a sign of hay fever. BEAT IT: Stay indoors when the pollen count is high and keep a safe distance from animal hair. “It’s also best to avoid rubbing your eyes when itchy as it will make the itch worse,” says Slater. “Cold compresses, artifi cial tear eye drops or even prescription eye drops will also provide relief.” STICKY EYES CAUSES: Wake up with your eyelids glued shut? Infectious conjunctivitis is the likely culprit. It’s an in ammation to the thin, clear layer that covers the white o