Which of the following is NOT a type of allergic conjunctivitis?
Which of the following is NOT a type of allergic conjunctivitis? Correct Answer Non-atopic keratoconjunctivitis
There are 4 main subtypes of allergic conjunctivitis. These include: 1) Simple allergic conjunctivitis (SAC) comprising both seasonal and perennial allergic conjunctivitis, 2) Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC), 3) Atopic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC) and 4) Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC). Allergic conjunctivitis refers to the process by which the conjunctiva becomes inflamed due to allergic reactions, also known as hypersensitivity reactions. It is mainly allergic hence it is categorised under Type 1 Hypersensitivity Reactions.