Understanding Eye Discomfort and Its Management

Eye discomfort encompasses a range of sensations like dryness, burning, or itching in the eyes. It can be temporary or a sign of an underlying issue.
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Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Eye Discomfort FAQ


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Can eye problems cause pain?

Many types of eye problems can cause pain, including the following conditions. Cellulitis Preseptal, which affects the eyelid skin. Orbital, which affects the eye socket, making proper eye movement difficult and leads to blurry and/or double vision. Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

What does eye pain mean?

Eye pain can refer to pain in almost any part of your eyes, including: Your eyelid. Your conjunctiva, a membrane that protects your eye. Your sclera, the white of your eye. Your cornea, the clear dome on your eye that helps with focus. Your eye socket (orbit), the cavity that holds your eye in your skull.

What does eye pain feel like?

Eye pain that occurs on the surface may be a scratching, burning, or itching sensation. Eye pain that occurs deeper within the eye may feel aching, gritty, stabbing, or throbbing. Eye pain accompanied by vision loss may be a symptom of an emergency medical issue.

What are the symptoms of eye irritation?

Eye irritation generally means that your eye or the surrounding area is uncomfortable. It’s often accompanied by symptoms such as: Blurred vision. Dry eyes. Itchiness. Pain. Redness or swelling. Sensitivity to light. Watery eyes. What are the possible complications of eye irritation? Eye irritation usually doesn’t lead to complications.

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