Allergy cannot be diagnosed on the basis of history alone1. Diagnosis is derived from a correlation of clinical history and diagnostic tests, with which allergist/immunologists are experienced. 2
A thorough allergy evaluation will complement the patient history and aid in the development of specific treatment plans, including immunotherapy and environmental controls. These treatments may benefit allergic conjunctivitis patients in terms of reduced symptoms, medication use and cost. Allergen immunotherapy may be highly effective in controlling the symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis.3, 4 Efficacy parameters include symptom and medication scores, conjunctival challenge and immunological cell markers and cytokine profiles. Allergen immunotherapy may provide lasting benefits after immunotherapy is discontinued.5, 6
Diagnostic
Indirect Outcome
(avoidance)
Indirect outcome
(immunotherapy)