Question 1

can dry eye symptoms come suddenly and and get worse within days despite use of artificial tears? additionally is a strained muscle sensation behind top of eye a possible symptom? can it begin with a pressure sensation and evolve into surface pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but..........: The answer to your questions is yes, however it sounds like something else is going on and you should get examined by an ophthalmologist soon. Good luck and feel better

Question 2

can you tell what a mass behind the retina is without removing the eye.

Accepted Answer

Yes, it Depends: Depending on the accessibility of the lesion a biopsy may taken and examined by a pathologist to arrive at a diagnosis.

Question 3

in addition to the above, the red mass on my inner (right) eyelid has started to secrete a light yellow liquid. this happened for the first time this morning. there is also a dull pain behind my right eye.

Accepted Answer

Ophthalmologist: Consult an ophthalmologist for diagnosis and treatment. This is most likely a chalazion which has become infected and may require treatment with antibiotic drops and/ or oral medications. In the meantime applying  warm compresses are important.

Question 4

a friend has a droopy eyelid and the opthamologist has said he has a mass behind his eye and needs to have an mri. does this mean it is a tumor that likely needs to operated on or radiated? could their be some other mass less serious?

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Your friend's : doctor will likely be able to give him more information after the MRI results are available and the rest of the work up is complete. It would be difficult to try to answer this without the information that his evaluation will provide.

Question 5

dry eye symptoms in 1 just eye. help?

Accepted Answer

Use artificial tears: If still problem after artificial tears see ophthalmologist.  May consider Restasis a medication that increases tear production or plugs in tear drainage system.

Question 6

what should i do if i have been experiencing dry eye symptoms for around 3-6 weeks. does this seem a bit too excessive for dry eye alone?

Accepted Answer

No: Chronic dry eye symptoms can certainly last that long. Certain conditions will exacerbate the symptoms and certainly changes in the weather will effect your dry eyes. See an ophthalmologist for a complete exam for further treatment. You may have seasonal allergies too.

Question 7

does hot oven steam damage the eyes? in the past week i've repetitively had to work around ovens. no eye symptoms, but any potential threats of steam?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Eyelid and corneal burns can be quite severe if concentrated steam exposure occurs. Be careful. Wear protective eyewear if you have to work around steam and ovens.

Question 8

what are pink eye symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Red/pink eyes: Pink eye, or conjunctivitis is a common ailment, especially in children.  The white of the eye (sclera) becomes bloodshot, the inner eyelids are red, sometimes swollen, increased tears, and sometimes pus causes the lids to stick together.  It can be bacterial, viral, or allergic and the treatment depends upon the etiology.

Question 9

what are pink eye symptoms and signs?

Accepted Answer

Pink Eye: Pink eye is a problem. It is only a term that says the eyes are reddish pink. Usually due to a mild viral infection, the eyes may become "reddish pink" in other severe conditions, like uveitis, acute glaucoma as well. Therefore, a diagnosis by an ophthalmologist is essential. I've seen patients diagnosed with "pink eye" even in ers, with a more severe problem. 
Diagnosing is most challenging.

Question 10

very unusual eye symptom, feeling like a tiny cut in the corner; but i don't see anything there?

Accepted Answer

Corner?: Need more detail, but if you are referring to the eye lids in the corner, it could be angular blepharitis.  Try cleaning area with warm water and drying twice a day, then apply very thin coat of vasaline.  If you are referring to the eye, it could be recurrent erosion, foreign body under lid, or just plain dry eyes.

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Can dry eye symptoms come suddenly and and get worse within days despite use of artificial tears? additionally is a strained muscle sensation behind top of eye a possible symptom? can it begin with a pressure sensation and evolve into surface pain?

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Can you tell what a mass behind the retina is without removing the eye.

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In addition to the above, the red mass on my inner (right) eyelid has started to secrete a light yellow liquid. this happened for the first time this morning. there is also a dull pain behind my right eye.

A member asked:

A friend has a droopy eyelid and the opthamologist has said he has a mass behind his eye and needs to have an mri. does this mean it is a tumor that likely needs to operated on or radiated? could their be some other mass less serious?

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Dry eye symptoms in 1 just eye. help?

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What should i do if i have been experiencing dry eye symptoms for around 3-6 weeks. does this seem a bit too excessive for dry eye alone?

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Does hot oven steam damage the eyes? in the past week i've repetitively had to work around ovens. no eye symptoms, but any potential threats of steam?

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What are pink eye symptoms?

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What are pink eye symptoms and signs?

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Very unusual eye symptom, feeling like a tiny cut in the corner; but i don't see anything there?

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