Association of Astigmatism with Allergic Conjunctivitis

Objective: To determine the association of astigmatism with allergic conjunctivitis. Study Design: Prospective observational study. Place and Duration of Study: Armed Forces Institute of Ophthalmology, Jun to Dec 2023. Methodology: The study had 359 patients, and convenience sampling was performed. Baseline data was collected related to demographic characteristics, past medical history and co-morbidities. Allergic Conjunctivitis was diagnosed through examination with a slit-lamp. Astigmatism was diagnosed by measuring the refractive power of both eyes using an Automated Kerato Refractometer. Patients were pre-evaluated for Astigmatism and they were followed for period of 6 month. And post evaluated after 3 weeks, 3 months and 6 months. Data was collected, entered and analyzed in SPSS version 26.0. Chi Square test was applied and p