If your eyes have been itchy, red, or watery lately, you’re not alone — and it’s not just a springtime problem. Fall brings its own wave of allergy triggers, especially ragweed pollen and mold spores, that can leave your eyes just as irritated as your sinuses. Allergic conjunctivitis (the medical term for eye allergies) happens when allergens come into contact with the surface of the eye, triggering the release of histamine. That’s what causes the classic symptoms: Itching (often the most telling symptom — allergies itch, infections usually don’t) Redness and puffiness, especially around the lids Watery or stringy discharge A gritty or burning sensation It’s easy to confuse eye allergies with dry eye or even conjunctivitis (“pink eye”), but

Between remote work, virtual meetings, streaming, and scrolling, the average adult now spends more than seven hours a day looking at a screen. Kids aren’t far behind, especially once tablets and laptops become part of daily schoolwork. It’s no surprise that “digital eye strain” — also called computer vision syndrome — is one of the most common complaints we hear at Today’s Vision Las Colinas. Digital eye strain isn’t a single condition but a cluster of symptoms that build up from hours of close, fixed-focus screen work: Dry, irritated, or watery eyes Blurred vision, especially by the end of the day Headaches, particularly around the temples or behind the eyes Neck and shoulder tension from poor screen posture The main