What causes pain in the eyes and around the temples?
Nov 08, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Shuai
Introduction
Pain around the eyes and temples may be caused by excessive eye use, trauma, migraine, conjunctivitis, sinusitis, or other conditions, and treatment can vary depending on the specific situation. Prolonged use of computers, mobile phones, or engaging in near-vision activities such as reading may lead to eye fatigue and strain, which can irritate the nerves and cause pain in the temples and eyes. It is recommended to rest the eyes promptly and avoid overuse.
Eye and temple pain around the eyes may be caused by eye strain, trauma, migraine, conjunctivitis, sinusitis, and other conditions. Management can be based on the specific situation. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Eye strain: Prolonged use of computers or mobile phones, or engaging in near-vision activities such as reading, may lead to eye fatigue and tension, which can stimulate the nerves and cause pain in the eyes and temples. It is recommended to rest in a timely manner, avoid excessive eye use, engage in appropriate outdoor activities, or look into the distance to help alleviate the condition.
2. Trauma: If the eyes and surrounding tissues are accidentally bumped or struck, soft tissue damage may occur, resulting in pain in the eyes and surrounding temples, accompanied by symptoms such as redness and swelling. In such cases, it is recommended to wrap an ice pack in a towel and apply it to the painful area to promote vasoconstriction and relieve pain symptoms.
3. Migraine: Emotional factors such as stress, anxiety, and tension may trigger migraines, typically presenting as pain on both sides of the head, including the temples and around the eyes. It is recommended to use medications such as ibuprofen tablets or indomethacin tablets under a doctor's guidance to alleviate symptoms.
4. Conjunctivitis: Infection with pathogenic microorganisms can easily lead to conjunctivitis, causing pain in the temples and eye sockets. Patients may also experience symptoms such as increased eye discharge, foreign body sensation, and burning sensation. It is recommended to use medications such as chloramphenicol eye drops, ganciclovir eye drops, or ofloxacin eye drops under a doctor's guidance to improve symptoms.
5. Sinusitis: Sinusitis is usually caused by infection, where the sinuses become inflamed, and the inflammation may involve the tissues around the eye sockets, compressing and irritating surrounding nerves, leading to pain in the eyes and temples. This pain is typically more severe upon waking up in the morning, and patients may also experience symptoms such as nasal congestion and nasal pain. It is recommended to use medications such as roxithromycin tablets, cephalexin dry suspension, or clindamycin hydrochloride tablets under a doctor's guidance for treatment.
If discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention at a hospital, identify the cause, and follow the doctor's instructions for proper management.
