Help with sore eyes?

Question

I have developed small dry paches on both my eyes, maybe it's due to old eyeshadows?

What do you suggest i use to get rid of dryness?

I'm using vaselline at the moment and taking a break from the makeup

Answer 1

i had this problem too about a month ago and found out it was some facial cleansing wipes i was using to remove make up.
i used a cream containing vitamin e and it helped clear it up, but my eyes were quite bad so it took about a week to go.

Answer 2

If they itch, it could be a stress-related excema. I have this and the dr. prescribed a cortisone-type creme, but be careful using it around your eyes. I put just a touch on with a cotton swab. Take a break from eye makeup as this adds to the irritation. Wash your face with a clean cloth and non-soap cleanser for sensitive skin. Use a good moisturizing cream twice a day (mine has aloe vera). That's much better than vaseline, which remains on the surface and seals the skin off from the air, while the moisturizer is absorbed into the skin.
Extreme variations of temperature affect this condition so if the weather gets suddenly cold or hot it can flare up.
I know how uncomfortable and unattractive this can make you feel. (((Hugs for you)))

Answer 3

Try cucumber slices. Leave them on your eyes for about 10 minutes. Also, a good eyewash may help. Look around in the pharmacy section of Wal-Mart or ask the pharmacy for something to use. There are a lot of good products out there you can use.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

first disconnect all the make up that you are using, (i.e. mascara, eyeliner shadows)

and continue using vaselline or neosporin!

Answer 6

i get this in the winter too, when i get it i use good old fashioned astral..dead cheap, smother it on and let it soak in, and yes perhaps a change of makeup would help, and a good day moisturiser.

Answer 7

Try eyedrops like eyemo. Drop a few drops in your eyes.

Answer 8

What is sore eyes?

" Sore eyes" is a common term for an inflammation of the thin covering of the eyeball and the inner eyelid brought about by a viral infection which may be highly contagious.

How does sore eyes spread?

Sore eyes can spread by contact of contaminated hands with the eyes (hand to eye contact ) or through touching of eyes with hands which got into contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. It can also spread through droplets from a person with sore eyes who also has a runny nose or cough.

What are the signs and symptoms of sore eyes?

1.Redness of the eye
2.Eye discomfort describing as burning or gritty but not sharp
3.Vision is usually normal although smearing particular in waking, maybe common.
4.Pain on the eye on exposure to light
5.Water-like discharge commonly seen but later eyes maybe difficult to open in the morning, glued together
6.Runny nose and sore throat maybe present



How long does sore eyes last?


Signs and symptoms of sore eyes will peak in 3 to 4 days, and patient will be relieved and recover in about 10 to 14 days.


What are the complications of sore eyes?


After a severe and prolonged infection there can be corneal scarring that can result in glare and decreased vision.


Is there a treatment for sore eyes?


Sore eyes which is of viral origin is self-limiting. Anti-inflammatory and antibiotic eye drops or ointment may be used upon the advice of a health professional. To relieve the discomfort, warm compress may be applied to the eye 5 to 10 minutes three times a day.


How to prevent sore eyes?


Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water.

Do not touch your eyes and face without washing your hands.

Do not share towels, eyeglasses/ shades and make up.

Do not reuse handkerchiefs (using a tissue is best).

Used make-up must be thrown away if the patient has been diagnosed with infectious conjunctivitis.

Be careful that tips of eye drops or ointments do not touch the eyes or eyelashes. .

Don’t swim (some bacteria and viruses can be spread in the water).

Avoid shaking hands.

Disinfect surfaces, doorknobs, counters, elevator buttons, hand rails with dilute bleach solution.

Clothes, towels, pillow cases and anything else which may have come in contact with an infected person should be washed.


What should patients with sore eyes do?

Frequently wash hands with soap and water.

Use clean tissue to remove discharge from eyes and wash hands afterwards.

Dispose used tissue in garbage bins. If the latter is not available, keep tissue in a small plastic bag then discard it as soon as you find a garbage bin.

To prevent irritation of the eye and possible scarring, do not use contact lens while one has sore eyes.

Do not wear eye make-up until the problem has been resolved.
Warm compress may be helpful to relieve discomfort and remove "crust".

Use antibiotic or antiviral medication only upon prescription by the doctor .

If drops or an ointment is prescribed, the applicator tip and infected eye must never come in contact with each other.

Especially for persons with sore eyes with runny nose or cough, stay in a separate room or away from other family members or co-workers.


Should I report for work if I have sore eyes?


As much as possible, do not report for work. However, if unavoidable circumstances require you to report for work, especially if you have sore eyes accompanied by runny nose and/or cough, stay in a separate room or away from other employees.
In workplaces where you mingle or work closely with other employees, it is best to stay at home.
Should I go to school and attend classes if I have sore eyes?

Spread of sore eyes can be hastened by crowding and close contact with other persons thus, those with sore eyes are advised not report to school.

Until when should one be absent from work or school?

Until the symptoms have resolved and until there is no discharge from the eyes.

What is conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is the medical term that describes an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane that covers the white of your eyes (sclera). This membrane produces mucus to coat and lubricate the surface of the eye. When the conjunctiva becomes irritated, the blood vessels enlarge making the eye appear red in color.

The three common types of conjunctivitis are: viral, allergic and bacterial.

Answer 9

Try using optrex eye patches.