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Which eye condition causes eyes burns, ache, & discomfort but gets better relieved and by washing eyes with cold water. thanks.

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Dr. Malaika Witter Hewitt answered

Xerophthalmia : This is known as dry eye syndrome. It can be caused by several things. You should see an ophthalmologist.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 12/12/2013

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Dr. Alan Mindlin answered

Allergy/mixed infect: This is probaly allergies but could also represent a bacterial eye infection. See your ophthalmologist.

Answered 9/8/2013

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A member asked:

Which eye condition causes eyes burns, ache, & discomfort but gets better relieved and by washing eyes with cold water. thanks.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Malaika Witter Hewitt answered

Dr Fowler agreed

Dr. Alan Mindlin answered

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