Question 1

what does it mean when my eyes glitch off and on and right afterwards i get real tired and sleepy feeling sometimes i can't stay awake?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue?: This sounds like fatigue but it should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist. There is several neurologic conditions that should be ruled out.

Question 2

what does it mean when my eyes ache and i have a headache at the front of my head. feel tired also?

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Sinus headache?: Eyes aching and frontal headache could be due to a sinus infection. Allergies can also cause similar symptoms. Please see physician for further help

Question 3

seeing a flicker of light in eyes sometimes after dark. it means what?

Accepted Answer

Eye light flicker: Eye light flickers or photopsia can be due to many issues (such as floaters, migraines, retinal issues, etc).  To rule out retinal tears and/or detachment, you should see an eye doctor urgently for a dilated eye exam.

Question 4

what does it mean if my babys eyes seem cloudy and watery?

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Blocked tear duct: If you are describing a intermittent mucousy film over the eye then it is probably a result of a blocked tear duct (lacrimal stenosis).  The tears can't drain from the eye and secretions build up and sometimes get infected.  If the cornea seems cloudy this may be a more serious problem requiring the attention of an ophthalmologist.

Question 5

what could crust on eyes mean?

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Usually Blepharitis: Blepharitis or plugging up of oil producing glands of the eyelid which is stress related is extremely common these days. The stale oil is discharged at night and can form a crust on the eye lashes. Occasionally a lingering viral infection may keep a crust on the eyes. You should see an ophthalmologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 6

dull whites of eyes what does it mean?

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Description not good: I have been asked that from patients before and when re-questioning they mean different things.  One patient said they are a little yellowish, other: a little red. And more.  You have to see an eye md and describe your problem clearly.

Question 7

what does the whites of your eyes being blue mean?

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Blue sclera: The main cause of blue sclera that I am aware of is due a condition called osteogenesis imperfecta.  People with OI do not make collagen , a connective tissue, correctly.  This can result is several things, most noticeably bones that fracture easily.  The blue colour to the sclera is due to the problem with collagen synthesis, since the sclera are made largely of collagen.

Question 8

what does it mean when baby has crust in the eyes?

Accepted Answer

Can happen with...: ...Infection, or narrowing of the tear duct (dacryostenosis) - your doctor can tell the difference.

Question 9

what does it mean when i have pain behind the eyes?

Accepted Answer

Often sinus headache: Many times, a recent flare of sinus trouble will be the cause with sinus or infection treatment being helpful.  Also, some headaches like cluster or tension headaches may play a role. If symptoms persist or worsen or affect vision, you should see your doctor.

Question 10

feeling weight on eyes. what does it means medically?

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Not really weight: Your eyes may have a heavy/pressure feeling, but this rarely means that real pressure is building in your eye (glaucoma).  The main reasons for this are that your eye surface is dry/irritated, or that you're getting eyestrain from trying to do near vision work.  This latter condition is an age-related focus dysfunction (presbyopia) that can be fixed with glasses.  See your doctor just to be safe.

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