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Allergic conjunctivitis linked to increased risk for keratoconus

by Elana Gotkine edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Andrew Zinin  Editors’ notes  The GIST Add as preferred source For patients aged 5 to 25 years, allergic conjunctivitis is associated with an increased risk for keratoconus and increased corneal diagnostic procedures, according to a study published in the February issue of Contact Lens and Anterior Eye. Nathan Lishinsky-Fischer, from the […]

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Large genetic study uncovers 34 regions linked to allergic conjunctivitis risk

by University of Oulu edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Andrew Zinin  Editors’ notes  The GIST Add as preferred source Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Itchy, red and watery eyes are familiar symptoms for many people, especially during the spring and summer pollen season. Allergic conjunctivitis is a very common condition, but its hereditary background has not previously been

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