Forehead pain and swelling above the eyebrow, with soreness and slight heat in the eyes—what could be causing this, and what should I do?

Swelling and pain in the forehead above the eyebrows, along with soreness, swelling, and slight warmth in the eyes, may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions such as tension headaches or glaucoma. Treatment may involve general management or medication depending on the cause. Specific details are as follows:

I. Physiological Factors

Excessive eye use or wearing improperly prescribed glasses can lead to visual fatigue, resulting in forehead pain and eye discomfort. Special treatment is usually unnecessary; symptoms can be improved by switching to appropriately prescribed eyeglasses.

II. Pathological Factors

1. Tension Headache

Caused by excessive mental stress or fatigue, abnormal blood vessel constriction, impaired circulation, or localized accumulation of pain-inducing metabolic substances may lead to dizziness, head pressure, and eye soreness. Under medical guidance, medications such as enteric-coated aspirin tablets or diclofenac sodium sustained-release tablets may be used for treatment.

2. Glaucoma

Elevated intraocular pressure or insufficient blood supply to the optic nerve may result in visual field defects, possibly accompanied by symptoms such as confusion, blurred vision, headache, and nausea. Under medical supervision, treatments may include ophthalmic solutions such as carteolol hydrochloride eye drops or brimonidine tartrate eye drops.

In addition to the above causes, similar symptoms may also result from cerebral hypoperfusion, brain hypoxia, or intracranial hemorrhage. It is important to get adequate rest and avoid overusing the eyes. Patients experiencing discomfort should seek timely medical evaluation and follow standardized treatment under a doctor's guidance to promote recovery.