The eye hurts when blinking and pressing on the lower, upper eyelid. Flushed, watery, swollen. What is it, what to do

Eye hurts in patients for different reasons. This symptom can manifest itself when pressing on the eyeball or blinking, accompanies many diseases, and also occurs in the absence of any pathological abnormalities. To eliminate the manifestation, various medications are used, which are prescribed after a diagnostic examination.

Causes

Pain in the eyeballs is a rather unpleasant symptom that can manifest itself in adults, men and women. Sometimes the symptom is observed in children, but such cases are rare.

There are physiological reasons that provoke soreness:

• Acute and chronic nervous disorders.
• Stressful situations related to family problems or professional difficulties.
• Hypothermia, provoking muscle spasm or impaired conduction of a nerve impulse.

  

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• Long and regular work at the computer, accompanied by muscle tension in the eyeball.
• Being outside in windy weather.
• Foreign body of different size in the eye.
• Violation of the rules of personal hygiene, rare hand washing and the ingress of microbes on the mucous membrane of the upper, lower eyelids.
• Wearing contact lenses on an ongoing basis and violation of the technique of their use.
• Overstrain of the muscles of the eyeball and disorders of the optic nerve.
• Congenital malformations of the visual apparatus.

In addition to pain, the patient may experience a burning sensation, and the quality of vision decreases. Additional symptoms depend a lot on the underlying cause of the condition.

Possible diseases

The eye hurts when blinking and pressing, not only as a result of physiological factors. The cause can be various infectious and inflammatory diseases affecting the mucous membranes, eyeball, muscles and nerves.

1. Conjunctivitis - an inflammatory disease of the mucous membrane of the eyelids, accompanied by sourness of the eyes, pain when blinking and pressing, tearing. The disease can be of viral, infectious, bacterial origin. Sometimes inflammation is provoked by an allergic reaction to food, medicines, and toxic substances.
2. Blepharitis - inflammation of the edge of the eyelids, accompanied by severe pain when blinking and pressing, as well as burning, irritation. In this case, the pathology is often chronic, that is, regular relapses are observed. Dry crusts often appear on the skin of the eyelids in the area of ​​the eyelashes, which are formed as a result of permanent damage to the skin when scratching.
3. Barley Is another inflammatory disease that develops as a result of blockage of the glands that provide lubrication of the eyelids with sebaceous secretions. In this case, the patient is worried not only about pain, but also swelling, redness of the affected area, the formation of a dense focus, when touched, the pain intensifies. The disease is very common, especially among young patients.
4. Iridocyclitis - pathology of the middle choroid and the iris of the eye, in which the patient constantly feels pain, especially after a load on the visual apparatus. His vision deteriorates, his eyes often turn sour. Additionally, small vessels in the eyeball are often damaged, which leads to the formation of a vascular network on the protein.
5. Myositis - inflammatory disease of the muscle that responds to the movement of the eyeball. In this case, there is a pronounced pain when blinking, less pronounced discomfort when pressing on the eyelid, as well as swelling of the skin in the eye area.
6. Furuncle - pathology of an inflammatory nature, in which the hair follicle located near the eye is affected. In this case, the condition is accompanied by pain with pressure, blinking, as well as severe swelling, redness. In the absence of therapy, general symptoms join.
7. Abscess - this purulent inflammation is usually the result of an untreated boil or a complete lack of treatment for a similar disease. In this case, all the symptoms are aggravated, the body temperature rises, and the pain becomes unbearable, appears with eye movement and at rest.
8. Phlegmon - another complication that develops with improper treatment of a boil or abscess. In this case, not only tissue inflammation occurs, but also their necrosis. The condition requires immediate medical attention.
9. Rhinitis the chronic form can also provoke pain. In this case, the patient notes that the symptom appears when blinking, but is almost absent when pressed. The condition is accompanied by nasal congestion, headache.
10. Violation of the patency of the lacrimal passages often leads to pain when blinking or pressing. In this case, the development of inflammation in the lacrimal gland occurs, there is a slight swelling of the tissues, as well as discomfort, which manifests itself at rest and in case of tension of the visual apparatus.
11. Chaliazion - a benign formation localized in the upper or lower eyelid. It provokes tissue swelling, bruising or reddish circles under the eyes. Pathology requires immediate treatment, which often consists in performing surgery.
12. Neuritis or neuralgia of the nerve endings responsible for the innervation of the eye occurs with hypothermia or disturbance from the neurons. In this case, not only pain appears, but also discomfort when the muscles of the face move, paralysis of individual fibers is possible, which affects human facial expressions.
13. Colds and viral pathologies can also provoke pain, especially when they are neglected, and the patient does not receive appropriate treatment. Symptoms usually disappear after recovery.

Regardless of the pathology that provokes pain, you should not ignore the symptom, especially if it constantly appears.

Diagnostics

The eye hurts when blinking and pressing for various reasons, but to identify the most likely factor, you should consult a doctor who, using several methods, will establish a diagnosis.

Method	Description	Cost and venue
General examination and questioning of the patient	The standard procedure in which the doctor listens to the patient's complaints, determines the presumptive cause of the disorder, as well as the conditions for the appearance and disappearance of the symptom	Held in a public clinic for free
Clinical and biochemical blood test	A method for assessing a patient's condition by examining venous blood. In this case, signs of general inflammation can be detected, as well as other deviations.	The examination is available for private and public clinics. In the first, its cost usually does not exceed 500 rubles.
Bacteriological analysis of eye discharge	This diagnostic method involves taking a smear from the eyes, followed by laboratory research in order to identify the type of pathogen of the pathology. Diagnostics is not always carried out, but only if there is a suspicion of a bacterial origin of the disease that provokes pain	It is carried out in a state clinic, does not require payment from the patient
Determination of visual acuity	In this case, the standard method is applied, when the patient names symbols or letters on the table. The method is considered additional, but helps to compose an overall picture of the state	The method is available for public clinics and is free of charge.
Measurement of indicators of intraocular pressure	One of the most important and most effective ways when using a special device to measure intraocular pressure indicators that can affect the state of the visual apparatus and provoke pain	Another free method used in government clinics
MRI	The most effective diagnostic method to detect changes in muscle fibers and nerve endings	The procedure is carried out in institutions with appropriate equipment. The cost ranges from 1000-3000 rubles.

The most effective is the measurement of intraocular pressure, as well as magnetic resonance imaging, in which even minor changes can be detected.

When to see a doctor

The eye hurts most often as a result of pathological reasons, so the symptom manifests itself with pressure and blinking. With the constant appearance of discomfort in combination with other signs, it is worth visiting an ophthalmologist immediately. This specialist will conduct an examination and, if necessary, appoint an additional consultation with a surgeon, neurologist, therapist.

Prophylaxis

To prevent such a violation, it is recommended to follow the rules of personal hygiene, often wash your hands with soap and water in order to exclude the possibility of bacteria getting on the mucous membrane.

In addition, patients who regularly use contact lenses should follow all wearing rules, change them regularly, and use a special storage solution. Many people are advised to use lenses that are designed to be worn only throughout the day. Changing lenses daily will eliminate the possibility of infection.

Additionally, you should avoid hypothermia, treat colds and viral diseases in a timely manner. The most important method of preventing complications is to see a doctor immediately after the first signs of any disease appear in the form of discomfort and pain when blinking.

Treatment methods

To eliminate pain and other symptoms, medicines from different groups, folk remedies and additional methods are used.

Medications

The scheme of drug treatment of drugs is drawn up individually for each patient, depending on the underlying disease that provokes pain when blinking and pressing on the eye.

The most commonly used drugs are:

• Ceftriaxone - a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used to detect the bacterial origin of pain and inflammation. It is administered to the patient intravenously or intramuscularly, 1 g in the morning and in the evening. The course lasts 10 days. It helps suppress bacteria and inflammation. The price of the medicine is from 20 rubles. per bottle.
• Viferon - antiviral ointment for the treatment of pathologies of the mucous membranes of the eyelids of viral origin. Helps suppress the activity of viruses, improves tissue health, is effective. It is necessary to apply the product on the mucous membranes, then massage the upper eyelid for 5-10 seconds. Repeat the procedure 2 times a day for 10 days. The price of the ointment is from 150 rubles.
• Albucid - eye drops, which are highly effective. They help to destroy pathogenic microbes, improve the condition of the mucous membrane, and eliminate signs of inflammation. It is necessary to instill 1 drop in each eye, repeat 3 times a day for 5-7 days. Price - from 30 rubles.
• Uniflox - a preparation based on an antibacterial substance that eliminates redness, inflammation and pain in the eyes resulting from inflammatory diseases. It is considered very effective, it helps to quickly improve the patient's condition. It is necessary to bury the eyes 2 times a day, 1 drop in each eye. Course duration - from 180 rubles.
• Diklo-F - eye drops from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are considered very effective and fast-acting. Help quickly relieve pain, inflammation and redness. In each eye it is necessary to instill 1-2 drops of the agent 2-4 times a day for 6-7 days. The price of drops - from 150 rubles.
• Dexamethasone - a remedy based on a hormonal component that quickly eliminates pain, inflammation and other manifestations. It is highly effective and helps prevent complications. It is worth using drops no more than 2 times a day, inject 1-2 drops into each eye, repeat for 7 days in a row. The price of the product is from 120 rubles.

Additionally, the patient can be prescribed vitamin complexes with a high content of B vitamins. In each case, the drugs are selected individually.

Folk remedies

Eye hurts when blinking and pressing, not only as a result of any diseases. The reason may be a physiological factor that can be eliminated with the help of folk remedies.

Compresses made from aloe juice soothe and relieve stress. It is necessary to grind several large leaves of the plant, squeeze out the juice and moisten a gauze napkin in it. Apply to eyes for 30 minutes. Repeat the procedure for 7 consecutive days in the morning and in the evening.

Plain tea bags can be used as a substitute for a compress. It is necessary to take 2 used sachets, preferably warm ones, to apply to the eyes for 20-30 minutes. Repeat the procedure at bedtime for 10 days.

An infusion based on chamomile and mint will help relieve nervous tension, improve sleep and prevent pain. It can be prepared from 3 g of chamomile and 4 g of mint. Raw materials should be crushed, pour 500 ml of boiling water and leave for 20 minutes. Divide the filtered composition into 2 servings and consume during the day. Repeat for 2 weeks.

Any of the recipes are best used after consulting a doctor.

Other methods

Among the additional methods of treatment, one can single out surgical intervention, which is carried out when a chalazion, a boil or an abscess in the eye area is detected.

The procedure is performed under short-term general or local anesthesia. During the manipulation, the specialist makes miniature incisions in the area of ​​the focus and cleans out the cavity, as well as all affected tissues. This allows you to eliminate edema, as well as to treat the cavity with antiseptic solutions in order to prevent the growth of microorganisms.

After the operation, the patient is under the supervision of a specialist in a hospital for several days. If there are no signs of complications, and the patient feels well, he is allowed to go home. However, dressings are carried out for another 10-14 days, depending on the size of the lesion and the rate of tissue healing.

During the recovery period, the patient feels pain when blinking and pressing on the eyeball, but the discomfort disappears after the tissue heals. If the pain persists, it is worth re-visiting the doctor. Other methods for such a violation are used extremely rarely, since they can provoke complications.

Possible complications

In the absence of therapy, the likelihood of complications increases.

The most common of them are the following:

• Decreased visual acuity.
• Spread of inflammation to the second eye.
• Irreversible changes in muscle and nerve fibers.
• Infection of healthy tissues with the spread of microorganisms.
• Tissue necrosis during the spread of phlegmon to large areas.
• Complete loss of vision.

Only complex treatment prescribed after the examination will help to prevent complications.

The eye often hurts in patients as a result of pathological and physiological reasons. Discomfort appears when blinking and pressing, it can disappear on its own or provoke other symptoms. To eliminate the violation, it is worth visiting an ophthalmologist.

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