Question 1

what makes people's eyes burn?

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Many possible causes: Can causing burning.  One of the most common is dry eyes.  Try some over-the-counter rewetting drops and see if this helps.

Question 2

best medication for burning eyes?

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Depends on cause: The most common reason for burning eyes is eye dryness and there are lots of eyedrops in your pharmacy for this.  Less common is allergy and you can find anti-allergy drops as well.  If your vision is undisturbed and there is no pain, no light sensitivity and no discharge, then try one of these.  If that does not work, consult with your ophthalmologist.

Question 3

why are my eyes tired and a bit burning?

Accepted Answer

Ocular surface: Most burning and tiredness come from either dry eye syndrome, ocular surface disorder, or eye strain.  Osd is usually from lid marginal disorders such as granulated eyelids or gland dysfunctions; or tear production insufficiency.  Eye strain is often associated with long periods of poor lighting, excessive reading, stress or other illnesses.

Question 4

why do my eyes burn every time i wake up?

Accepted Answer

Probably dry eyes: A likely possibility is dry eyes. Ocular lubricating ability is significantly decreased during sleep. Also if any slight gap between the closed eyelids is present, then an increased tear evaporation occurs. Fans, open windows,low humidity, sleep meds, antihistamines, decongestants, are some meds that can exacerbate drying. Try sleeping with a thick lubricant gel drop like Refresh liquigel™ at nite

Question 5

are your eyes sensitive to sun? can they burn?

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Yes: The surface lining of the front of the eye is a skin, with many biochemical characteristics in common with ordinary skin.  So it can burn from sunlight (wear sunglasses), tanning bed light ( they usually supply an eye cover) and uv light burns such as arc welding and accidental electrical light sparking.  All of these can create a painful "sunburn" of the front of the eye.

Question 6

is there a reason my eyes keep burning comes and goes?

Accepted Answer

Possible causes: Many things can cause this. Commonly, dry eye, allergy, and blepharitis (eyelid inflammation or infection) can create a burning sensation. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) can also cause burning. Exposure to airborne irritants (dust, chlorine) can also be a cause. If unsure, see an eye doctor to make a diagnosis.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: burning eyes?

Accepted Answer

Eye pain: Burning eyes is a symptom that patients may use to describe their eye pain related to dry eye or blepharitis.  Patients with eye injuries or following eye surgery may also report eye burning. The treatment depends on the cause of the symptom.

Question 8

why do my eyes burn when i put in my contacts sometimes?

Accepted Answer

Various causes: Eye infection, dry eye, dirty contact lens, deposits on lens, irritating lens solution, folded lens or a tear in it, etc. -- see if artificial tears helps.  If it hurts, take it out and start with a new one.

Question 9

why might it be that my eyes burn when i am rubbing them?

Accepted Answer

Dry eyes: Dry eyes or blepharitis (inflammation of the glands along the lid edges) could be the culprit.  Try some over the counter artificial tears to see if this improves the situation.

Question 10

my eyes burns a lot. could you please suggest any remedy?

Accepted Answer

Artificial tears: Try artificial tears.  If this does not help, then make an appointment with an ophthalmologist.

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