How can I relieve eye pain?
For example, OTC eye drops or warm compresses can reduce eye pain. If there is something stuck in the eye, using artificial tears or a warm water flush can help to remove it. A warm compress with a damp washcloth can soothe pain from a stye. Always avoid rubbing the eyes or using makeup around the area.
When should I worry about eye pain?
Call doc or your local emergency number for eye pain if: It is unusually severe or accompanied by headache, fever or unusual sensitivity to light. Your vision changes suddenly. You also experience nausea or vomiting
.How do you get rid of eye pain fast?
The most common treatments include:
- Home care. The best way to treat many of the conditions that cause eye pain is to allow your eyes to rest. ...
- Glasses. If you frequently wear contact lenses, give your corneas time to heal by wearing your glasses.
- Warm compress. ...
- Flushing. ...
- Antibiotics. ...
- Antihistamines. ...
- Eye drops. ...
- Corticosteroids.
