What are the causes of eye pain?
May 16, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Shuai
Introduction
Possible causes of eye pain include prolonged eye strain, foreign objects in the eye, eye injuries, conjunctivitis, keratitis, etc. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, identify the underlying cause, and receive appropriate treatment under a doctor's guidance. Maintain good eye hygiene in daily life and avoid rubbing your eyes with your hands to prevent infection. Additionally, pay attention to dietary adjustments by eating light meals and avoiding foods that may irritate the eyes.
Under normal circumstances, possible causes of eye pain include prolonged eye use, foreign bodies in the eye, eye injuries, conjunctivitis, keratitis, etc. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, identify the underlying cause, and receive symptomatic treatment under a doctor's guidance. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Prolonged eye use: Excessive eye strain from staring at electronic devices such as computers or smartphones for extended periods may lead to eye fatigue and subsequent pain. Avoid overusing the eyes; following medical advice, eye massage may help relieve pain symptoms.
2. Foreign body in the eye: Dust, eyelashes, or other foreign objects entering the eye can irritate the eye and potentially cause pain. In such cases, rinsing the eye with clean water can flush out the foreign object and alleviate the discomfort.
3. Eye injury: Trauma to the eye, such as being struck or scratched by an object, may result in eye pain. Following medical advice, applying a cold compress with an ice pack to the eye for 5–10 minutes may help reduce swelling and relieve pain.
4. Conjunctivitis: Often associated with infection, immune disorders, or external irritation, inflammation may lead to redness, swelling, and pain in the eye, commonly accompanied by itching and increased eye discharge. Patients should follow medical advice and may use medications such as chloramphenicol eye drops, ofloxacin eye drops, or erythromycin tablets for treatment.
5. Keratitis: May be related to vitamin deficiency or pathogen infection. Inflammatory stimulation can cause eye pain, along with symptoms such as photophobia (light sensitivity), tearing, and eyelid spasms. Patients should follow medical advice and use medications such as methylprednisolone tablets, acyclovir eye drops, or ganciclovir ophthalmic gel for treatment.
Maintain good eye hygiene in daily life and avoid rubbing the eyes with hands to prevent infection. Additionally, maintain a balanced diet focusing on mild, non-irritating foods to avoid aggravating eye discomfort.
