Is your eye itching and you don't know how to relieve it? We’ll tell you how to soothe itchy eyes with some simple tips.
Among the list of eye discomforts and minor ailments, itchy eyes take a prominent spot. This can be very frequent and caused by several factors, such as allergies, eye irritation, or conjunctivitis.
But don't panic if your eyes are itching or stinging, the HORUS X editorial team has the solution!
Eye itching: what is it?
Ocular pruritus is the strange name given to itchy eyes in scientific jargon.
👉 You should know that the mucous membrane of the eye is particularly sensitive and therefore prone to tingling, irritation, and itching.
Most of the time, it is felt in the inner corner of the eye, but the itching can also come from your eyelids where the skin is very thin (and therefore very fragile).
Why are my eyes itching?
Rest assured, most of the time, having itchy eyes is quite benign and goes away on its own.
To relieve them, it is still best to know why!
For that, it is always better to make an appointment with your ophthalmologist who will be able to provide a better diagnosis than a group of merry pranksters on the internet.
Regardless, we are here to help, so here are the most frequent causes:
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🤧 Allergies, particularly seasonal allergies like hay fever,
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🥵 Irritation linked to eye fatigue,
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👁 Eye conditions (conjunctivitis, blepharitis...),
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🪰 Presence of a foreign body...
Eye irritation linked to eye fatigue
Very often, an irritated eye is a tired eye! And at HORUS X, we are quite knowledgeable about the subject of eye fatigue: we know it can cause dry eyes, watery eyes, headaches, an eyelid twitch, sleep disorders...
The number 1 cause of eye fatigue? Screens and blue light, of course!
After hours of playing Fall Guys, it's no wonder you feel a certain discomfort, and it's not just linked to the fact that you lost most of your matches.
👉 Our advice is to decrease your screen time AND protect yourself with gaming blue light glasses to play while protecting your eyes.
Allergy causing eye pruritus
Very often, when you suffer from allergies like an allergy to pollen or grasses (or hay fever), one of the first symptoms is itchy eyes.
This cause is quite easy to distinguish from others because it is a recurring seasonal phenomenon that is very often accompanied by sneezing.
Pathologies causing itchy eyes
Apart from the rather frequent and minor causes, your itchy eye can also be a sign of a disease.
It could be conjunctivitis: whether viral or bacterial, this eye inflammation is quite common. In this case, other symptoms are also observed, such as discharge, red and swollen eyes that require medical treatment.
Other diseases like blepharitis cause itchy eyes: the symptoms are practically the same as in the case of conjunctivitis, but the inflammation is located at the level of the eyelid.
Don't worry, these conditions are treated very well with appropriate treatment!
Other causes
Finally, if your eye is itching, it may also be linked to something else: insect bite, stye, presence of a foreign body...
Preventing eye itching | Basic principles
Don't wait for your eyes to itch, be dry, or irritated to act! As always, prevention is better than cure. (You'd rather save your medkits than spend all your health points, right?)
Protect your eyes from the sun and blue light
As we said above, blue light leads to eye discomfort. To protect yourself, think about reducing your screen time, avoid using your phone before going to sleep, and equip yourself with effective blue light glasses.
Don't forget that the sun and UV rays can also cause damage: sunglasses are therefore essential outdoors, especially if you also like to look at your screens in the blazing sun.
Healthy eyes in a healthy body
Okay, that's not exactly what the saying is, but you've got the point: taking care of your eyes also involves a healthy lifestyle!
😴 Sleep enough: good sleep is essential for preserving your eyes.
🥤 Drink water regularly and in good quantities. If you like hot drinks, know that there are herbal teas to prevent and relieve irritated eyes.
🥗 Finally, a balanced diet will provide you with the nutrients and vitamins necessary for healthy eyes.
Absolutely avoid
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❌ Wearing your contact lenses too often and while sleeping: Actually, you should avoid it as much as possible if your eyes are sensitive and favor your eyeglasses. And don't forget not to use them longer than expected.
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❌ Not removing your makeup: it's annoying, I know, but keeping your makeup on from one day to the next is particularly harmful in the long run. Not only for your eyes but also for your skin.
How to calm an itchy eye?
A quick overview of remedies to calm eye itching:
- 🧑⚕️ Consult a specialist to get a diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
- ❌ Avoid scratching! You would only worsen the irritation.
- 🌿 As in the case of watery eyes or an eyelid twitch, you can apply warm herbal compresses: chamomile and cornflower decoctions are grandma's remedies known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory effects.
- 🥲 Artificial tears to prevent dry eyes: If you regularly suffer from allergies or dry eye syndrome, you must be used to eye drops available in pharmacies, which help avoid tingling, itching, and dry eyes.
Final word: how to relieve eye itching
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An itchy eye is an often benign symptom,
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The causes are multiple, ranging from allergies to eye fatigue, including viral or bacterial conjunctivitis,
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To prevent eye itching, protect yourself from UV rays, blue light, remember to sleep enough, drink enough, and eat a balanced diet,
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To calm eye itching, the best thing is to see a professional, use artificial tears, or warm compresses.
