Which measures help with irritated and red eyes?
August 3, 2023 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Laura Bergmann
Dear ophthalmologist,
My name is Emil Schottmann and I am reaching out to you because I have been suffering from irritated and red eyes for some time now. These symptoms have been increasing in the past few weeks and are now affecting my daily life.
I work daily on the computer and therefore spend many hours in front of the screen. I have already tried to reduce my screen time and take regular breaks, but my situation has not improved so far. Additionally, I am already using eye drops, but they have not provided me with noticeable relief.
The red and irritated eyes feel dry and sometimes burn. I am concerned that my eyes could suffer long-term damage or that the symptoms could worsen.
Therefore, I would like to ask for your advice on what measures I can take to treat and alleviate my irritated and red eyes. Are there specific eye drops or other medications that you would recommend? Are there any specific exercises or tips that I can follow to relieve my eyes?
I look forward to your expert assessment and thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Emil Schottmann
Dear Mr. Schottmann,
Thank you for your message and your trust in my expertise as an ophthalmologist. I am sorry to hear that you are suffering from irritated and red eyes. These symptoms can be very distressing, especially if they are affecting your daily life. It is good that you have already taken some steps to improve your situation, such as reducing screen time and taking regular breaks.
The symptoms you describe, such as dry, burning, and red eyes, may indicate what is known as "computer vision syndrome." These symptoms often occur in individuals who spend long periods of time working on a screen. It can have various causes, such as reduced blink frequency leading to inadequate eye lubrication, or eye muscle strain.
It is good that you are already using eye drops to relieve your symptoms. There are specific eye drops that are often recommended for dry and irritated eyes, such as artificial tears or eye drops with hyaluronic acid. These can moisten the eyes and alleviate the symptoms. It would be advisable to see an ophthalmologist to receive a precise diagnosis and possibly be prescribed specific eye drops tailored to your individual needs.
In addition to eye drops, there are various measures you can take to relieve your eyes. Taking regular breaks from the screen, blinking at short intervals to moisten the eyes, maintaining a good screen position, and ensuring adequate lighting can help alleviate your symptoms.
It is important to have your eyes regularly examined by an ophthalmologist to detect and treat any eye problems early on. I recommend scheduling an appointment with an ophthalmologist in your area to receive a precise diagnosis and individual treatment recommendation.
I hope my tips can help you and alleviate your symptoms. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.
Best regards,
Laura Bergmann
