Commom Conditions Associated With Sore Eyes

A foreign object

A foreign object can become stuck in the eye, such as dust, pollen, or an eyelash. It can cause stinging, watering, or redness in the eye.

Sinusitis

Sinusitis, an infection that causes swelling in the tissue that lines the sinuses. Pressure on the sinuses can cause eye pain. Sometimes antibiotics are needed for treatment.

Common symptoms of sinusitis include:

• a runny, stuffy nose
• a headache
• a sore throat
• bad breath
• pain or pressure in the face
• a cough
• postnasal drip

Blepharitis

Blepharitis is a common condition where the eyelids become inflamed.

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the transparent layer covering the white part of the eye. A bacterial or viral infection or allergy can cause conjunctivitis.

Common symptoms include:

• red or pink color in the eye
• itching and swelling around the eye
• excess tear production
• crusting around the eye and eyelid
• discharge from the eye, such as mucus or pus

Stye

A stye is a small, red bump that grows under the eyelid or on the root of an eyelash.

Symptoms of a stye can include:

• itchiness around the eye
• red bump on eyelid or eyelashes
• pus coming from the bump
• watery eyes
• crustiness around the eyelids
• sensitivity to light

Corneal abrasions

A corneal abrasion is a scratch on the cornea. Rubbing of the eye is a common causes of corneal abrasion as is the application of makeup. People with a corneal abrasion should avoid rubbing the eyes or wearing contacts. An eye specialist will recomment suitable treatment.

Symptoms of a corneal abrasion include:

• pain
• red, watery eyes
• blurry vision
• sensitivity to light

Keratitis

Keratitis, or corneal ulcers, occurs due to inflammation of the cornea, which is the transparent membrane that covers the iris and pupil. Severe or untreated keratitis can lead to blindness. Treatments for the condition might include antibiotics or surgery.

Common symptoms of Keratitis include:

• a feeling of something stuck in the eye
• watery, red eyes
• pain
• blurry vision
• sensitivity to light

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye infection that damages the optic nerve. It can cause vision loss or blindness. The symptoms can start slowly and build up over time. The condition causes fluid to build up inside the eye. Though the primary symptom is vision loss, pressure from the fluid can cause eye pain.

Prescription eye drops are the most common treatment for glaucoma. Other treatments may include laser treatment or surgery to drain the fluid.

Iritis

Iritis is an inflammation of the iris, the colored ring around the pupil. Some symptoms of iritis include:

• eye pain
• vision problems
• redness
• change in pupil shape
• sensitivity to light
• headache
• loss of vision or blindness

Optic neuritis

Optic neuritis occurs due to inflammation of the optic nerve. Optic neuritis may resolve by itself after a few weeks. In some cases steroid medications are necessary. Some people may have an underlying condition that requires further treatment.

Common symptoms include:

• reduced vision
• pain in eye
• sensitivity to light
• difficulty distinguishing colors
• blurry vision, particularly with a rise in body temperature

Treatment

Some common causes of eye soreness, such as a foreign object stuck in the eye or conjunctivitis, rarely require medical treatment. Due to the various causes of eye soreness and pain it is essential you seek the help of an eye professional if your symptoms dont improve by themselves after a few days. See an eyecare professional if your eye soreness occurs with other symptoms, such as inflammation, which might indicate an underlying medical condition.

At the Eye Health Clinic your treatment would be tailored to your individual symptoms, and the cause of your condition. If you are suffering with sore eyes the best thing to do is to contact us and get your eyes checked.