Eye Injuries & Irritation

Signs & Symptoms

Signs and symptoms depend on the cause. Common symptoms are:

1. •Pain and/or swelling in or around the eye(s).
   

2. •The eyes burn, are dry, and/or itch.
   

Causes

For Eye Injuries:

1. •A physical blow to the eye.
   

2. •Harsh chemicals.
   

3. •A foreign body is stuck in the eye.
   

For Eye Irritation:

1. •Particles in the eye.
   

2. •Too much sun exposure.
   

3. •Low humidity.
   

4. •Strong wind.
   

5. •Scratches from contact lenses.
   

Other causes are allergies, infections, and conditions that make the eyes dry. With aging, the eyes can get irritated more easily because they make less tears.

Treatment

Mild eye irritations and injuries can be treated with self-care. More serious problems need medical care.