Your eye is puffy and hurts?
Here are some possible causes and remedies for a puffy and painful eye:
- Stye: A stye is a small, red, and painful bump on the eyelid caused by a bacterial infection. To treat a stye, you can apply a warm compress to the affected eye for 10-15 minutes several times a day. You can also use over-the-counter antibiotic eye drops or ointments. If the stye does not improve after a few days, see an eye doctor.
- Conjunctivitis (pink eye): Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and covers the white part of the eye. It can be caused by a bacterial or viral infection, allergies, or irritants. Symptoms of conjunctivitis include redness, swelling, itching, and discharge from the eye. To treat conjunctivitis, you can use over-the-counter eye drops or ointments. If the conjunctivitis does not improve after a few days, see an eye doctor.
- Allergic reaction: An allergic reaction can cause the eyes to become puffy, red, itchy, and watery. Common allergens include pollen, dust, pet dander, and certain foods. To treat an allergic reaction, you can take an oral antihistamine or use over-the-counter antihistamine eye drops. You can also try to avoid the allergen that is causing the reaction.
- Trauma: Trauma to the eye, such as a blow to the face, can cause the eye to become puffy and painful. If you have experienced trauma to the eye, it is important to see an eye doctor to rule out any serious injuries.
- Other medical conditions: Some other medical conditions, such as thyroid disease and Graves' disease, can cause the eyes to become puffy and painful. If you have chronic eye pain and swelling, it is important to see a doctor to rule out any underlying medical conditions.
If your eye is puffy and painful, it is important to see an eye doctor if:
- The pain is severe.
- The swelling is severe.
- The eye is red or bloodshot.
- There is discharge from the eye.
- Your vision is affected.
- You have a fever or other symptoms of an infection.