Question 1

can light sensitivity be treatable when you have dry eye sindrome? or is it permanent?

Accepted Answer

Temporary: Most light sensitivity in dry eyes is due to surface disturbance of the cornea from the dryness.  When the treatment for the dryness is successful, then the light sensitivity usually disappears.  Discuss with your ophthalmologist the best way to eliminate the dry eye problem.

Question 2

okay to use vaseline in dry eyes?

Accepted Answer

NO: Vaseline is a skin product that theoretically should not be used in the eyes.  But a number of patients have used it and stated it relieved there dry eyes.  I have not seen any side effects on a couple of patients that were regularly using them.  But i stopped them & put them on appropriate ophthalmic drops.  There are also punctal plugs, and prescription medications other than tear drops & gels.

Question 3

the skin around my eyes and mouth is so dry its painful and any face movement causes pain and dry white patches to appear vaseline isnt helpful what could it be?

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: Vitamin B deficiency is one possibility. Take over the  counter multivitamins for 2-3 weeks and if that does not resolve the matter, it would be prudent to see a doctor.
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Question 4

dry red patches round eyes, cheeks and mouth (non-flaky). no recent allergy or medication. 2 days moisturiser and vaseline not improving. fungi or..?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: Unusual place for fungus but unlikely to be from allergy in the absence of itching.  Consult your doctor or a dermatologist.

Question 5

i applied zovirax (acyclovir) cream to my fever sore and vaseline because it was so dried out. i then touched the corner of my eye about an hour or so later.

Accepted Answer

Watch for symptoms: It is unlikely that you infected your eye but if you get any redness, pain and photophobia than get it checked by an ophthalmologist asap.

Question 6

what moisturizers or otc creams are safe to use around the eye and on the eyelid? 
my skin has been dry lately. i use moisturizer on my face but the skin around my eyes has been getting dry and irritated too. i tried vaseline but it didnt help?

Accepted Answer

Virtual consultation: During a virtual consult with Healthtap, the findings be reviewed. Use a baby eczema lotion, gently patted on the area. Avoid makeup and apply a thin layer of sunscreen. Watch for signs of infection.

Question 7

i keep getting flare ups of dry puffy itchy skin under and above eyes. what are the causes and treatment. i have tried vaseline and hydrocortisone?

Accepted Answer

Many: Allergic reaction to cosmetics and/or incompletely dried nail polish comes to mind.  As long as you are exposed to them, the problem will not go away.  Consult a dermatologist if changing eye cosmetics does not help. Note that it will likely take a week for you to see any improvement if the cosmetic is the cause.

Question 8

hi - i have had a dry, flaky, red spot on my eye for about two weeks now. ive put vaseline on it and it helps, but doesnt fully clear up. could this be dermatitis? do i need to purchase a hydrocortisone?

dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. it could be a skin infection and in which case using hydrocortisone ointment could make it worse. My suggestion would be to use a an antifungal cream first and if that does not resolve the matter it would be prudent to see a doctor.

Question 9

hi i first had sex august 2013, and the following couple of days my penis head started peeling, i was worried and went to the clinic to get tested but nothing came back. it was quite dry so i moisturised it with vaseline when i could, but it still would p

Accepted Answer

See urologist...: At 21, the described irritation and skin-peeling are most likely related with long tight foreskin. If so, circumcision will provide an adequate long-term care. Of others causes for the described may exist, such as psoriasis or lichen-related skin disorders. Nonetheless, a direct look at the concerned area is essentially needed for reaching right diagnosis.

Question 10

is there anything we can do to help a baby's excema? my baby is 6mth and has redness only under her eyes.. maybe vaseline? or cream?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone 0.5% : But use sparingly as over use may thin the skin permanently on the thinner skin areas like the face and groin.

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Can you use vaseline to treat dry eye

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Can light sensitivity be treatable when you have dry eye sindrome? or is it permanent?

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Okay to use vaseline in dry eyes?

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The skin around my eyes and mouth is so dry its painful and any face movement causes pain and dry white patches to appear vaseline isnt helpful what could it be?

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Dry red patches round eyes, cheeks and mouth (non-flaky). no recent allergy or medication. 2 days moisturiser and vaseline not improving. fungi or..?

A member asked:

I applied zovirax (acyclovir) cream to my fever sore and vaseline because it was so dried out. i then touched the corner of my eye about an hour or so later.

A member asked:

What moisturizers or otc creams are safe to use around the eye and on the eyelid? my skin has been dry lately. i use moisturizer on my face but the skin around my eyes has been getting dry and irritated too. i tried vaseline but it didnt help?

A member asked:

I keep getting flare ups of dry puffy itchy skin under and above eyes. what are the causes and treatment. i have tried vaseline and hydrocortisone?

A member asked:

Hi - i have had a dry, flaky, red spot on my eye for about two weeks now. ive put vaseline on it and it helps, but doesnt fully clear up. could this be dermatitis? do i need to purchase a hydrocortisone? dermatitis?

A member asked:

Hi i first had sex august 2013, and the following couple of days my penis head started peeling, i was worried and went to the clinic to get tested but nothing came back. it was quite dry so i moisturised it with vaseline when i could, but it still would p

A member asked:

Is there anything we can do to help a baby's excema? my baby is 6mth and has redness only under her eyes.. maybe vaseline? or cream?

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