Burning eyes: the most common causes

Burning eyes can be of diverse origins. Depending on the situation, it is rather a harmless reaction to dry eyes, for example, due to the heating air, or is related to intolerance or illness.

Burning eyes and side effects

The cause of the burning of your eyes also depends on possible side effects. In any case, pay attention to other symptoms so that a doctor can make an accurate diagnosis if necessary.

• The burning sensation is often caused by dry eyes, which in turn have their own causes.
• The result of burning is often watery eyes . Especially if a foreign body is to be rinsed out.
• There may also be a feeling of pressure in the eye .
• If you have a foreign body in your eye, such as contact lenses, insects or dust, you usually feel it. However, the feeling can also arise without something actually being in your eye.
• Pay attention to whether a secretion comes out of the eye. If so, pay attention to whether it is watery, slimy or even purulent .
• If you have taped eyes after waking up, this is also not a good sign.
• In addition, your eyes may be itchy or red .
• Dandruff may also appear on your eyelids or on the eyelash comb.

Causes of Burning Eyes

The causes of burning eyes are varied and can be harmless, but also more serious. You should see a doctor, especially if your symptoms are severe and persistent.

• Especially in winter we have to deal with heating air, which can dry out our eyes. This in turn leads to a burning sensation.
• If you strain your eyes, it will also happen. Overloads can be triggered by long reading or working on the screen.
• An allergy can also manifest itself as a burning sensation in the eyes. Especially with animal hair, house dust and pollen.
• If you do not tolerate your contact lenses or if they have not been cleaned well, this will also cause a burning sensation. Remove them as soon as possible.
• In general, the eye does not normally like foreign bodies, which is why sand, dirt and small insects often trigger such a reaction in connection with tears.
• If you come into contact with irritating substances such as chlorine, your eye will react.
• Some medications can also cause a burning sensation in the eyes as a side effect. The contraceptive pill, sleeping pills and allergies are examples of this.
• If your eye is injured, this may be manifested by a burning sensation and other side effects.

If you suffer from dry eyes, you will find helpful tips and tricks in another article.