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What Is Causing Those Itchy Eyes?

By Kristina Duda, R.N., About.com

Updated: April 4, 2007

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Your eyes are itching, but you don't know why. Here, you will find the most common causes of itchy eyes.

  • 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 among young children
  • The common cold - occasionally

Evaluate Your Itching

Source:

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

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