Year round allergies and contacts?

[F.W.]

I wear glasses, and I would really like to switch to contact lenses. The only problem is that I have year round allergies and I don't know how it will affect my eyes. I mentioned it to my doctor, and he sort of brushed it off and said that it would just irritate my eyes if I had contacts. I was wondering if it is possible for me to get contacts, or if my doctor brushed off my question because people with year round allergies can't wear contacts...

[Sister Sister Dee]

Allergies can definitely make it more of a challenge to wear contact lenses. However, an optician with experience can help you explore your options. You may need to try a few things before you find what works best for you but many people with allergies do find a way to wear contacts successfully and comfortably.

If you got the brush off, get a second opinion.