The best way to prevent children from experiencing eye-related symptoms due to allergies is to make sure they avoid the allergens that cause the symptoms. Tips for minimizing contact with allergens include:

• Keep children indoors when pollen and mold counts are high.
  
  
• Make sure the home is as allergen-free as possible. Using an air filter that can remove allergens from the air, such as a HEPA filter, may be beneficial.
  
  
• Shower the child frequently to wash airborne allergens from their hair and skin.
  
  
• Teach children to frequently wash their hands to reduce allergen contamination.
  
  
• Tell children to wear sunglasses outside to protect the eyes from allergens.
  
  
• Discourage children from rubbing their eyes because this will only irritate the eyes and make the condition worse.

Other steps may be necessary for those individuals who are susceptible to specific types of allergen triggers. For instance, children allergic to dust mites should have dust-proof encasements on their pillows, mattresses and box springs. Parents of children with pet-related allergies should remove the animals from the house, if possible, or at least keep the animals out of the bedroom.