What can be done to relieve high eye pressure?

Elevated intraocular pressure may be related to improper eye use, eye trauma, hypertension, and other factors. It can be alleviated under a doctor's guidance through appropriate rest, cold compresses, and medication. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Improper Eye Use

Prolonged eye use, especially extended periods of staring at screens such as computers or smartphones, can lead to eye muscle fatigue. This fatigue reduces the eye's ability to adjust focus, potentially causing increased intraocular pressure. Developing good eye habits in daily life and resting the eyes—such as closing the eyes to relax or lying down to rest—can help improve elevated eye pressure.

2. Eye Trauma

When the eye suffers from blunt impact or injury, it may impair normal tear drainage, leading to fluid accumulation within the eye and consequently increasing intraocular pressure. In such cases, applying a cold compress may help constrict the lacrimal glands and relieve discomfort.

3. Hypertension

During periods of elevated blood pressure, excessive pressure may affect the eyes, resulting in symptoms such as eye fullness and pain. If high eye pressure is associated with hypertension, patients should follow medical advice to take antihypertensive medications such as nifedipine sustained-release tablets or metoprolol tartrate tablets to control blood pressure.

In addition to the common causes mentioned above, elevated intraocular pressure may also be associated with conditions such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, hyperthyroidism, and diabetic retinopathy. The appropriate management approach should be determined based on the underlying cause. If symptoms of elevated eye pressure are severe, prompt medical evaluation at a hospital is recommended.