Question 1

red itchy painful eyes. watery. sensitive to light woke up and could barely open eyes. very painful. pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Yes, See eye MD: You are likely affected by a viral infection and the pain and photophobia may be due to a viral inflammation of the cornea. I recommend an examination to determine the best treatment. You can always use artificial tears, plenty of oral fluids and tylenol (acetaminophen) for comfort. See an eye md.

Question 2

my eyes randomly become very sensitive to light in 2-3 day bursts and make my eyes watery and give my big headaches, any idea what it might be?

Accepted Answer

Photosensitivity: Your eyes may be overly sensitive to light, thus producing headaches.  Please see an eye doctor who will give you more specifics and ways to treat it.  Peace and good health.

Question 3

hi my eyes is always red and watery and very sensitive to light. i tried allegy medication already and nothing works .the burning feeling is constant?

Accepted Answer

: Ok - this needs the expertise of an ophthalmologist. Please see one and get a fully eye check-up

Question 4

my eye is watery red burning and sensitive to light i had no injury to the eye i can't open it or it's intense burning. it's worse over 3 days?

Accepted Answer

Infection v. iritis: These are symptoms which could be a type of pink eye (infection) or an internal inflammation of the eye termed iritis (also uveitis).  This should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist to prevent any damage to your vision.

Question 5

for the past 3 weeks my right eye has been extremely watery, red and sensitive to light. some pain below eye in cheek area and just above eye brow area on right side also. otc eye drops not helpful. could this be sinus causing this?

Accepted Answer

: No, sinus problem should not cause those eye symptoms. Please see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible. Do not use the OTC drops any more. Take care!

Question 6

after falling asleep in contacts (took them out middle or night), woke up to watering left eye stinging and runny left nostril. sensitive to light.

Accepted Answer

See eye doctor asap: May have a corneal abrasion. Leave contacts out.

Question 7

what are the common causes of sudden light sensitivity and itchy/watery eyes?

Accepted Answer

Allergy: The key symptoms of allergy are itching and sensitivity and the key signs are redness and watering.  If you feel you have an eye allergy, antihistamine drops can help alleviate the symptoms.  If they persist, please see your ophthalmologist.

Question 8

what are the causes of sudden light sensitivity, preceded & accompanied by itchy / watery eyes?

Accepted Answer

Scratch or iritis: A sudden corneal scratch can cause this. If your eyes get very dry or you rub them, you might get a small scratch which hurts, makes your eyes water and become sensitive to sunlight. Alternative, you may have an iritis (swelling inside the eye). If it stays for a several hours, get checked.

Question 9

my 3 yo daughter is experiencing red eyes (side: both eyes), itchy eyes, sensation of something in eye, watery eyes, and eye irritation. she not experiencing allergic reaction, sneezing, eye pain, light sensitivity, runny nose, or nasal congestion.

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: Eye irritation can be from allergies to pollens and other allergens, or from irritants like wind or chemicals. Some people have blepharitis, an infection of the lids' edges. Conjunctivitis can be a viral or bacterial infection of the inner surface of the lids and outer surface of the eyeballs. Some people have sensitive skin on the lids, called eyelid eczema, that can lead to lids and eye redness.

Question 10

why are my eyes so sensitive to light sometimes?

Accepted Answer

Tears: Many reasons but the most benign is surface drying which distorts the immage and increases glare sensitivity.

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Red itchy painful eyes. watery. sensitive to light woke up and could barely open eyes. very painful. pink eye?

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My eyes randomly become very sensitive to light in 2-3 day bursts and make my eyes watery and give my big headaches, any idea what it might be?

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Hi my eyes is always red and watery and very sensitive to light. i tried allegy medication already and nothing works .the burning feeling is constant?

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My eye is watery red burning and sensitive to light i had no injury to the eye i can't open it or it's intense burning. it's worse over 3 days?

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For the past 3 weeks my right eye has been extremely watery, red and sensitive to light. some pain below eye in cheek area and just above eye brow area on right side also. otc eye drops not helpful. could this be sinus causing this?

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After falling asleep in contacts (took them out middle or night), woke up to watering left eye stinging and runny left nostril. sensitive to light.

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What are the common causes of sudden light sensitivity and itchy/watery eyes?

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What are the causes of sudden light sensitivity, preceded & accompanied by itchy / watery eyes?

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My 3 yo daughter is experiencing red eyes (side: both eyes), itchy eyes, sensation of something in eye, watery eyes, and eye irritation. she not experiencing allergic reaction, sneezing, eye pain, light sensitivity, runny nose, or nasal congestion.

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Why are my eyes so sensitive to light sometimes?

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