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Eye irritation, eye allergy
Eye irritation
The eye irritation can be caused by eye disease, and conjunctivitis is a major cause of eye irritation, although many others may be in its origin, as we shall see. The eye allergy , whose signs and symptoms are irritation, burning eyes and headache, rash or itching, red eyes or redness and sensitivity to light is one of the main causes of eye irritation. Various substances are capable of causing allergy in the eyeand trigger eye irritation. The use of certain cosmetic or make-up products, chlorine in swimming pools, among many others, are examples of agents that can trigger eye irritation, as we will see in detail later.
The angry eyes are a very common problem, usually accompanied by other signs and symptoms may vary according to the underlying cause and can affect people of both sexes and all age groups. Among the most frequent signs and symptoms is redness and burning in the eyes that can be felt in a more or less intense way, depending on whether we are experiencing slight eye irritation or serious eye irritation.
In relation to laterality, irritation can affect only one eye (left or right) or, then, affect both eyes (bilateral). Often, the burning sensation may initially be felt in only one eye and later affect the other eye due to the possibility of contagion in some cases. See more information on each of the causes for irritated eyes.
Burning eyes
Eye irritation is, most of the time, felt with a " burning in the eyes " or " itchy eyes ". Burning in the eyes is often a symptom, described as if there was a " sensation of sand in the eyes " or "burning in the eyes" or as if we were literally experiencing a sensation of " burning eyes " or " burning eyes ".
Eye irritation causes a “ itchy eye ” sensation , often leading people to wrongly “rub or scratch their eyes” with their fingers in an attempt to relieve symptoms.
When we are "scratching the eye" we are making the problem worse. “Scratching the eye” we are stimulating the appearance of chemical substances, which they themselves will stimulate and increase the itching, that is, it is a vicious cycle. On the other hand, there is the possibility of possible contagion in some situations (for example, the infection of one eye passing to the other eye). In addition, the act of "scratching the eyes" is often associated with the causes that lead to a corneal disease called keratoconus . To alleviate the symptoms, we can and must take some measures, however we should never “scratch the eye”. See more information on how to treat and prevent it.
Causes of burning eyes
The main causes for eye irritation are:
1. Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva, a transparent and thin membrane that lines the front of the eyeball (the whites of the eyes) and the inside of the eyelids.
In conjunctivitis, the usual signs and symptoms are irritation and redness of the eyes, itching or "itching", watery eyes and sensitivity to light or photophobia. Normally, the eyelids are red and swollen giving a "puffy eyes" feeling. It is also common to produce secretions or pus, the characteristics of which may vary according to the cause of the conjunctivitis.
Among the causes for conjunctivitis are infections caused by pathogens that are mainly bacteria, but which can also be viruses and fungi.
Conjunctivitis can also be caused by different chemical and physical agents, such as exposure to the sun or intense heat or ultraviolet rays, irritating gases, caustic products, foreign bodies, smoke, among others. In the case where conjunctivitis is caused by a substance capable of producing allergic reactions, we call it allergic conjunctivitis.
Conjunctivitis is one of the pathologies that most frequently causes eye irritation, however there are many other pathologies that can cause irritated eyes.
2. Eye allergy
The eye allergies and eye allergies are immune system responses to a particular substance, which is known as allergen (substances that produce allergic reactions).
We can say in a simplistic way that the immune system is our defense system against aggression. These substances can be, for example, animal hair (cat, dog, etc.), pollen, pollution, smoke, cosmetics or make-up products, among many others. Tobacco smoke, chlorine from the pool and even air, fundamentally, in indoor pools, in addition to the allergens previously presented, are often causes of allergies in the eyes.
Certain substances can more easily circulate on windy days and consequently cause more damage to the eyes.
The clinical manifestation of ocular allergic reactions is allergic conjunctivitis and eyelid allergic reactions or allergy around the eyes ( eyelid allergy ). The symptoms and signs of ocular allergies are irritated, itchy (“itchy”) eyes, watery eyes, burning, hyperemia of the conjunctiva (red eye), chemosis, eyelids with edema or “swollen eyelids” and peeling of the skin of the eyelids. Sometimes, the symptoms of nasal allergy occur simultaneously with that of ocular allergies.
Anyone can develop allergic reactions in the eyes. However, patients suffering from asthma, allergic rhinitis or skin allergies are at an increased risk of triggering eye allergies.
The contact lenses can also irritate the cornea and cause eye irritation. And in the long run, frequent use of contact lenses can cause dry eyes. In turn, the dry eye triggers a set of symptoms ranging from mild to severe in some situations. In addition to the use of contact lenses, dry eye can be caused by many other conditions.
Then find out what the dry eye consists of and know its causes in addition to the intensive use of contact lenses.
To learn how to treat eye allergies, see more information on treatment and prevention.
3. Dry Eye
In the dry eye, there is not enough tears produced or the tears, although there are enough, do not have the quality necessary to keep the eyes lubricated.
In dry eye syndrome, as the patient has poor eye lubrication, the eye suffers a kind of aggression when the patient blinks.
The signs and symptoms of dry eye are usually itching or “itchy or itchy eyes”, burning, excessive production of tears (watery eyes), excessive irritation of the eye due to smoke or wind, discomfort and complications when using contact lenses. contact, among others.
Dry eye can occur at any age and in people of both sexes, although the female sex is the most affected. As risk factors for dry eye, we can highlight age, menopause, use of a computer or mobile phone, or other digital devices on a continuous or excessive basis, exposure to air conditioning, use of contact lenses and some medications such as antidepressants, anti -histamines, diuretics, benzodiazepines, analgesics and anticonceptives.
4. Blepharitis
Blepharitis is the chronic inflammation of the edge of the eyelids. In blepharitis, in addition to the inflammation of the eyelid, dandruff occurs at the base of the eyelashes, eye pain, red eyes, itching and burning eyes, watery eyes, among others.
The disease can affect only one eyelid (upper or lower), or it can affect both eyelids. Patients with oily skin, dandruff and dry eye are more likely to experience blepharitis.
Blepharitis is usually related to the colonization of the eyelids by bacteria from the normal flora of the skin. It can present itself in several ways, namely: conjunctivitis, dry eye, hordeolus or “stye”, chalazions and in more advanced cases, trichiasis and even corneal ulcers.
In the presence of low environmental humidity, complaints related to dry eye are very common and in cases associated with blepharitis, the symptoms tend to be much more exuberant.
5. Foreign bodies / irritating to eyes
A foreign object in the eye may be a piece of dust or sand, a fragment of sawdust, or something larger and more serious. These foreign objects usually cause eye irritation and redness in the eyes, sensitivity to light, excess tears or watery eyes, a feeling that there is something “inside the eye” and in some cases eye pain that can get worse when “blinks the eye". In some cases, a foreign body can cause a corneal ulcer.
A foreign body in the eye requires urgent attention from an eye doctor. The material incorporated in the cornea can, more or less quickly, cause serious eye infection. The ophthalmologist can relatively easily remove the vast majority of foreign bodies in the office. See more information on treatment and prevention.
6. Hordéol ("stye")
A hordeolus, commonly known as a "stye" or "stye in the eye" is a palpable abscess, a red, painful lump that forms on the eyelid and is the result of a blockage of one or more sebaceous glands.
In the hordeolus itching or “itchy eyes” is frequent, the eye may be sensitive to light (photophobia) and watery. There is sometimes a foreign body sensation in the eye.
As causes for the appearance of the hordeolus are bacterial infections.
Pterygium
Pterygium is a degeneration of the peri-limbic conjunctiva that grows on the surface of the cornea. The pterygium usually grows slowly, and may even stop growing at a certain time. In some cases, the pterygium can grow in such a way that it can cover the pupil and interfere with vision.
In the pterygium, there are usually several signs and symptoms, namely, sensation of foreign body in the eye, eye irritation and itching, burning or burning sensation in the eyes and blurred vision. In the more advanced stages it can cause redness and inflammation in the eye.
The signs and symptoms present in the pterygium vary with the evolution of the disease.
Eye tiredness
Eye strain can be caused by a number of eye problems or eye diseases, or it can result only from increased strain on the eye, for example, when reading or when exposed to long periods of reading, when driving for a long time, especially at night , when you work long hours on the computer, etc.
Other signs and symptoms associated with tired eyes, usually appear, such as: headache, burning and redness in the eyes, among others. Dizziness and other disorders are also possible, although much less frequent.
Regarding eye diseases, refractive errors such as myopia , astigmatism , presbyopia and hyperopia can trigger additional strain on the eye system, resulting in tired eyes. Other pathologies can also cause eye strain, such as cataracts , glaucoma , diabetic retinopathy , among many others.
Other causes
In addition to the causes previously mentioned, many others may be related to eye irritation.
Next, learn how to treat eye irritation.
Treatment
The treatment of eye irritation naturally depends on the underlying cause. The use of topical eye drops (drops) is very common in the treatment of eye irritation, however the treatment should always be prescribed by an ophthalmologist, under the risk that in some situations the problem may worsen. Other treatments or even in some cases surgery may be necessary in order to resolve the underlying problem.
For example, the treatment of conjunctivitis differs depending on its cause. Treatments should be prescribed by an ophthalmologist after a diagnosis of the type of conjunctivitis.
In the case of dry eye, artificial tears can be used in order to lubricate the eye, however, once again it is important to know the cause for dry eye and the treatment should be guided by an ophthalmologist.
In the case of ocular allergies, the use of antihistamines, corticosteroids, artificial tears, among other medications can be used to relieve symptoms. The remedies to be used can be eye drops or systemic medications. An obvious measure is to avoid the allergen that causes the eye allergy and take steps to prevent the problem. See more information on preventing eye allergies.
In the case of eye strain, it may be necessary to correct any eventual refractive error (with glasses, contact lenses, operation), to adopt preventive measures at work such as using a computer or other digital devices such as a cell phone, etc. changing habits, among many others.
Find out, here, all about how to treat and prevent tired eyes.
If you feel something stuck in your eye (foreign object) that is causing irritation, do not try to remove the object by hand. Keep your eye closed as much as possible and see an ophthalmologist immediately.
It is never too much to mention that the treatment for irritated eyes depends on the cause, so a timely and correct diagnosis is essential for an effective treatment.
Actions you should take
Despite the consultation with the ophthalmologist, there are some procedures that you can do at home, a kind of " natural or home treatment ", in order to relieve irritation or "itching". Perform the following steps if you experience eye irritation:
Do not "scratch" or "rub" your eyes under any circumstances;
If necessary, wash your eyes with saline;
In order to reduce or relieve the burning sensation, apply cold sterile water compresses over closed eyes.
Remember that these procedures are not a cure or treatment for the problem, they just allow you to relieve eye pain or discomfort.
Consult your eye doctor urgently if irritation is accompanied by pain in the eyes, changes in vision or sudden loss of vision, perception of "flashes of light", swelling of the eyelids, nausea or vomiting, headache, among other signs and symptoms to value.
How to prevent?
There are some attitudes that can help in preventing allergies and eye irritation. Here are some simple daily measures that can help you prevent eye irritation and allergies.
- Avoid "rubbing" or "scratching" your eyes;
- Make sure to disinfect your contact lenses. If your eyes are dry, talk to your ophthalmologist about the possibility of using a different type of lens, how to use them less often, alternatives like refractive surgery , etc.
- Be careful with the eye makeup you choose and do not exchange makeup products or cosmetics with another person;
- Do not use eye makeup after 3 to 4 months after the first use;
- Avoid exposure to fumes such as tobacco;
- Check the humidity inside the house and make sure the air is neither too dry nor too humid;
- Always keep a dust-free environment;
- Avoid exposure to air conditioning and check their filters;
- If you work with the computer for long periods, take frequent breaks in order to "blink your eyes more";
- To avoid bacterial and viral infections, wash your hands frequently, especially before inserting and removing contact lenses, and avoid touching your eyes;
- Do not share towels or washcloths and wash your sheets and pillowcases frequently;
- Wear sunglasses especially on very sunny or windy days;
- Wear safety goggles or masks when working with machines or products that require it;
- Talk to your doctor about the possibility that some of your medications may be the cause for dry eye;
