Feb 22nd 2022
Posted by Accuspire
Things To Know About Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis
Giant papillary conjunctivitis is a form of allergic conjunctivitis. If a person is wearing contact lenses regularly and if the eyes are feeling itchy, particles stuck in eye, there are chances that it is giant papillary conjunctivitis. It is also known as GPC. This condition occurs when the contact lenses are rubbing against inside of the eyelids.
This condition was normal some decades before because of various reasons. The lenses were replaced monthly instead of daily, as seen today. The materials used to make lens and the design has also improved, with the edges streamlined so that the surface do not get dirty. Even after several measures to ensure patient safety, GPC still exists today and there are various reasons for that.
Signs and symptoms of GPC:
Some of the signs and symptoms are building up of gradual irritation in a week’s time, foreign body sensation in eyes, eyes feeling itchy and tempt you to rub them. Sometimes a mucous discharge is also there on the corner of eye, which is stingy. A slit lamp microscope is used by the ophthalmologist to see the signs. They will see for cobble-stone effect of red lumps inside the eyelids by inverting them. Usually papillary’s are common to allergic reaction. But in this case they look big.
Control measures:
It is advisable to remove contact lenses and wear eye glasses. Visit your ophthalmologist and examine your eyes. Usually anti inflammatory or anti allergic eye drops is prescribed to ease this condition. These drops contain steroids in little amount and work effectively. Regularly visit your eye doctor and take the medication as prescribed.
If you are wearing monthly lenses, change it to daily disposable ones. This ensures that there is no deposit under the lens. Check the design of your lens and if possible use a lens with contoured edge with non sticky layers. However lenses are not only the cause. Sometimes it is also caused by a condition known as Vernal conjunctivitis. Consult your doctor to know more about this condition.
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