What are the home remedies for eye pain?

Eye pain is a common complaint, and it can be described as throbbing, burning, or itching. Eye pain can be either unilateral or bilateral. It could be due to something as minor as eye strain or as serious as a brain infection. Many eye problems require the medical expertise of an ophthalmologist. They have years of clinical and surgical experience. However, there are some eye problems that can be treated safely at home, such as black eye, pink eye (also known as conjunctivitis), eye strain, stye (also known as a hordeolum), eye allergy, and seasonal allergy. If the eye pain is accompanied by blurring, double vision, vision loss, severe headache, vomiting, giddiness, fever, neck stiffness, or injury, go to the nearest emergency room as soon as possible.

The following home remedies may help and provide relief for your condition:

• Apply eye drops

Lubricated eye drops or natural tears may be used to alleviate the redness and discomfort associated with swollen eyes. Over-the-counter eye drops are available, but avoid those with "anti-red" or "whitening" properties, as these can aggravate the condition. An eye doctor may need to prescribe special eye drops for severe swelling and redness. In any case, make sure to read the labels and avoid under or overusing products.

• Make use of tea bags

Tea bags can help reduce eye inflammation due to the tannins and caffeine content. To use properly, steep the tea and place the tea bags in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before applying it to the eyes. Then, leave the cool bags on your eyes for up to 30 minutes. Never put hot tea bags over your eyes.

•  Sun protection

If you do not wear proper eyewear, you may experience eye pain. You must ensure that your contacts and glasses are properly prescribed. Having an incorrect one can result in eye pain. Furthermore, exposure to direct sunlight can cause eye dryness and pain, as well as aggravate any existing pain. Wearing sunglasses and avoiding sun exposure during the hottest parts of the day is recommended.

•  Reduce Screen Time/ Taking breaks

Staring at a screen can cause our eyes to ache at times. The source of the pain could be dry eyes and a lack of blinking. When using digital devices, follow the 20/20/20 rule. Look away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes at something 20 feet away. Make sure you're not staring at a screen, or you'll defeat the purpose!

• Change the Light

Depending on the activity, increasing or decreasing the amount of light may be beneficial. Dimming the lights while watching television, for example, may help you relax. Adjusting or increasing the light can be beneficial when reading or performing a detail-oriented task. If you focus the light on the page, you should be able to see clearly without pain or strain.

• Apply a Cold Compress
  

Applying a cold compress to the eye area can also help reduce swelling caused by an infection, black eye, or another type of injury, as cold temperatures numb pain and reduce swelling. Cold temperatures can also help reduce eyelid puffiness.

•  Use a Warm Compress

A warm compress can help relieve pain and discomfort caused by eye infections such as conjunctivitis, blepharitis, or a sty. Cover your eyes with a clean, warm, moist towel. This can also help with the removal of debris, pus, and dried-up crusts.

If you frequently have swollen eyes, avoiding triggers is critical. Regularly taking allergy medications and avoiding irritants such as certain eye makeup, pollen, dust, pet dander, and chlorine from swimming pools can help prevent swollen eyes. Consider wearing protective eyewear such as sports glasses or goggles if you participate in sports to avoid eye injuries that can result in swollen eyes. It is important to know that if you have sustained an eye injury, you should contact the Emergency Eye Department as soon as possible. Please seek medical attention as soon as possible. You can gently place a shield over the eye until medical attention is available. A shield can be made from as simple as the bottom of a paper cup, which is cut out and taped over the eye. Unless there has been a chemical injury, do not rinse with water. Do not rub or apply pressure to the eye or attempt to remove an object that has become lodged in it.

To ensure the overall health of your eyes, visit an eye doctor once a year for an annual eye exam and evaluation.

 

  

 

 

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