A dull pain above the forehead on the left eye
Feb 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cui Xin
Introduction
A dull pain in the forehead above the left eye may be caused by staying up late, intense exercise, or emotional excitement, leading to contraction or spasm of the ciliary muscle in the eye. It is recommended to maintain a regular sleep schedule, avoid strenuous physical activity, and rest appropriately. If the pain is due to glaucoma, treatments such as levobunolol hydrochloride eye drops or peripheral iridectomy may be used. If it is caused by sinusitis, treatments may include amoxicillin capsules or endoscopic frontal sinusotomy.
Dull pain above the forehead of the left eye may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions such as glaucoma or sinusitis.
I. Physiological Factors
This type of pain may result from habits such as frequent lack of sleep, intense physical exercise, or excessive emotional excitement, which can cause contraction or spasm of the ciliary muscles in the eye. It is recommended to maintain a regular sleep schedule, avoid strenuous activities, and get adequate rest.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Glaucoma
If glaucoma is caused by blunt trauma to the eye or inflammatory infection, elevated intraocular pressure or irritation of local nerves by diseased tissue may occur. Under a doctor's guidance, treatment options may include anti-glaucoma eye drops such as levobunolol hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, timolol maleate ophthalmic solution, or carteolol hydrochloride ophthalmic solution. If intraocular pressure remains too high, surgical interventions such as peripheral iridectomy or trabeculectomy may be recommended by a physician.
2. Sinusitis
If sinusitis results from long-term smoking or recurrent upper respiratory tract infections, inflammation affecting the left frontal sinus may cause referred pain. Under medical supervision, treatment may involve antibiotics such as amoxicillin capsules, ampicillin sodium for injection, or amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium tablets. If medication proves ineffective, surgical options such as septoplasty or endoscopic frontal sinusotomy may be considered based on a doctor’s recommendation.
In addition, this symptom could also be caused by intracranial hemorrhage. It is advisable to seek timely medical evaluation and follow the treatment plan prescribed by a healthcare professional.
