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allergic to punctal plugs?

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shelly36446
shelly36446

So I have been having bad eye pain and Ive been told I have allergies and dry eyes. So I was given punctal plugs for the dry eyes and they have been helping relieve the pain. However, I notice a day after my skin is breaking out in weird spots and a bit bumpy I never had before. It looks similar to when I try a lotion and my skin reacts negative to it. Is it possible I can be allergic to the material of the plugs? I read that while it is rare, that you can be allergic to them.

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  • Marina_Dee
    Marina_Dee shelly36446

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    Yes it is rare, but possible. Do you know if they were permanent or temporary? The temporary ones dissolve after a while,they are just to give you an idea if they are helpful or not.I have permanent punctal plugs for dry eye for about 8 years now and find them very helpful. If you think this is a reaction do go back to whoever put them in, or your own GP if you are n UK.

    Not clear whether you mean this breakout is around your eyes or elsewhere on your face. It could also be a reaction to the local anaesthetic used to put the plugs in. It may calm down in a few days.

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