Eye Infections
Itching, discomfort, pain and redness in the eyes can be signs of eye infections. You should definitely consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment. However, you can look at the important symptoms that you should follow below for information and information that can give you clues. Again, let's not forget that your doctor can make the final decision.
An infection in your eye can present in many different ways. It can occur when harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses settle on any part of the eyeball or the area around it.
It depends on which part of your eye is the problem. For example, you may have problems with certain parts of your eye, such as:
- Eyelid
- Cornea (the clean surface that covers the outside of your iris)
- Conjunctiva (thin, moist area that covers the inside of the eyelids and the outer white part of the eye)
Symptoms of Eye Infection
You may have symptoms in one or both eyes when you have an infection.
You may notice symptoms such as:
- pain or discomfort
- itchy eyes
- blurred vision
- feeling that something is in or in your eye
- Eye feels uncomfortable in bright environments (light sensitivity)
- burning in eyes
- Small, painful lump under the eyelid or at the base of the eyelashes
- Eyelid is sensitive to touch
- Eyes tearing and watering
- dry eye
- Irritation to eyes
- Yellow, green, or clear discharge from one or both eyes
- Pink or red color in the "whites" of your eyes; eye redness
- swollen, red, or purple eyelids
- Crusty eyelashes and lids, especially in the morning
The content of the page is for informational purposes only, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
When you suspect an eye infection, you should definitely go to an ophthalmologist and have an eye examination. If you try to self-diagnose your condition, you could damage your vision by delaying effective treatment.
