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What Is Causing Those Itchy Eyes?

By , About.com Guide

Updated September 04, 2011

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Your eyes are itching, but you don't know why. The most common causes of itchy eyes include:

  • Allergies - often cause redness and itching, but is not contagious
  • Pinkeye (conjunctivitis) - may be caused by a bacteria or a virus, often highly contagious and common in young children
  • The common cold - occasionally

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Source:

"Allergic Conjunctivitis." Familydoctor.org Jan 06. American Academy of Family Physicians. 02 Apr 07.

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