How Do I Fix Eye Irritation?

Do you often find yourself at the end of a long day at the office rubbing your eyes? It’s, unfortunately, a common problem that many people deal with on a daily basis. The cause of dry or irritating eyes varies depending on the time of year and what activities fill your day. While it is a problem that can cause pain and inconvenience, know that there is a solution that will guarantee relief to the eye pain that you are experiencing. But finding the proper solution to the problem means properly identifying the cause.

Here are a few reasons why your eyes may be irritated, and what you can do to make them feel better quickly:  

You Have Allergies

According to Webmd, itchy, watery, swollen, and red eyes are the main indicators of allergic conjunctivitis, or, in layman’s terms, an inflammation of the membrane that covers the white of your eyes. This can either happen for people on a seasonal basis, or it can because you surround yourself with tobacco smoke or pet hair.

Over-the-counter antihistamine eye drops or allergy pills and a cool rag over your eyes should take care of this cause of eye irritation in no time!

You’re Always Staring at Screens

Sometimes you may feel eye irritation when you’ve been using your computer, phone, or tablet for an extended period of time. The symptoms of digital eye strain are temporary and should subside when you stop using your computer or phone.

You’re Wearing the Wrong Prescription

Wearing the incorrect prescription of eyeglasses or contacts can cause irritation to your cornea. This is especially the case when it comes to contact lenses. That does NOT sound fun! Instead, be sure that you are disinfecting your contacts and replacing them as often as your doctor recommends. If the problem persists, a different prescription or a different type of lens is probably your next best bet.

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