Pain in the corner of the eye
introduction
Pain in the corner of the eye can be caused by a variety of causes. In addition to inflammatory processes on or in the eye, skin that is prone to severe dryness can also lead to painful corners of the eye. In particular, the accompanying symptoms such as redness or swelling can provide important clues with regard to finding the cause.
causes
To the causes that can cause pain in the corner of the eye include:
- Inflammation of the eyelid
- Conjunctivitis
- Stye and Hailstone
- glaucoma (Green Star)
- dry, cracked skin
Inflammation of the eyelid
A Inflammation of the eyelid includes any inflammation around the eyelids and may be associated with pain in the corners of the eyes. It can be caused, among other things, by an infection with bacteria or viruses. Just like an allergic reaction to lotions, creams or other substances. Inflammation of the edge of the eyelid can also occur in the context of various skin diseases.
Conjunctivitis
Bacteria in the skin can migrate to the area of the conjunctiva and cause inflammation. A Conjunctivitis is usually locally limited and is noticeable through reddening in the area of the otherwise white colored conjunctiva. In some cases, the conjunctivitis can also spread, which manifests itself in the involvement of the corner of the eye.
Hailstones and grains of barley
Much more often lead so-called Hailstones or Barley grains to pain in the area of the eyelid margin.
The barley grains are bacteriathat are in the skin level in Sweat, or Sebum glands immigrate. This area then becomes infected and becomes infected. The body tries to fight off this inflammation by starting an immune reaction and introduces white blood cells and other inflammatory substances into the skin area. The bacteria are attacked by phagocytes and sealed off from the surrounding structure. A firm nodule that is painful to pressure forms and can be present both inside and outside in the area of the eyelid margins.
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glaucoma
Other causes of pain in the area of the eyelid margin can be increased pressure in the eye, in this case one speaks of a glaucoma. This is a rarer cause and usually the entire eye is affected by the pain.
Symptoms
In addition to the pain in the corner of the eye, there may also be other complaints, depending on the cause.
The Inflammation of the eyelid is essentially through a Redness and if necessary swelling marked.
The Conjunctivitis For example, redness in the area of the otherwise white colored conjunctiva (Subjunctive) to make noticable. In addition, strong tears and a burning sensation or itching are typical symptoms. In the morning after getting up, those affected often notice a purulent adhesion of the eyelids.
At Hail or barley grains small protrusions appear. Depending on the localization, these can be perceived as annoying by those affected, as they cause the feeling of a foreign body in the eye.
diagnosis
Especially the accompanying symptoms are common for one diagnosis crucial. Should a doctor be consulted, he can often make a diagnosis through a mere inspection and, if necessary, prescribe a suitable therapy.
A Conjunctivitis is a classic example of this. A very typical picture is shown here, which can already be recognized by a visual diagnosis. That too Hail or stye can already be diagnosed by a close inspection by the doctor.
A Inflammation of the eyelid In addition to the precise inspection, this is usually done through a detailed medical survey. The patient is asked about the care and cosmetic products used. For further diagnostics, a pathogen swab can also be taken from the area of the eyelid margins, whereby it should be noted that the pathogens found therein have little significance because they mostly belong to the normal skin flora.
therapy
Conjunctivitis often heal on their own. If the inflammation persists, antibiotic medication such as an antibiotic eye ointment or else antibiotic eye drops To remedy the situation.
In the Inflammation of the eyelid Depending on the cause, drug treatment may be necessary. The most important thing about the treatment is that which is carried out regularly Lid margin hygiene. It should be done two to three times a day. To do this, a clean cloth should be soaked in warm water and the edges of the eyelids should be dabbed outwards. Sometimes cleaning with black tea can also have a disinfectant effect. Regular and consistent treatment is important cleaning.
If inflammation of the eyelid margin occurs repeatedly, a detailed examination should be carried out and a detailed medical survey should be carried out. For example, certain cosmetics or certain skin creams or lotions that are applied around the eyes can lead to inflammation of the eyelid margins.
Very dry, cracked skin on the eye (Dry skin eyes) can with a Moisturizer be treated. If a skin disease is known that causes dryness at the corners of the eyes, a dermatologist should seek suitable therapeutic measures.
Treating a Barley or hailstones is often not necessary, because these two clinical pictures often heal on their own. If not, antibiotic treatment with eye drops or eye ointments can also be carried out. In some cases, the barley or hailstone has to be pricked by the dermatologist.
Pain in the corner of your eye when you blink
Pain that is not present when the eye is at rest, only when blink, it can be for different reasons.
Above all, that should be mentioned here Barley or the hailstonewhich is inflammation of the sweat and sebum glands. In this case, bacteria from the skin, which are normally found there and cause no symptoms, have migrated into the sebum ducts and caused inflammation there.
Different causes can also lead to a so-called Inflammation of the eyelid which can cause discomfort, especially when moving the eyes and blinking. This clinical picture is also called Blepharitis and can be triggered by allergic reactions, bacteria or viruses, among other things. The daily hygiene of the eyelid margin, which is supposed to prevent blepharitis, is very important. This can be done with a cloth soaked in warm water. A tea bag (preferably black tea) can also be used for recurrent eyelid inflammation.
Typical for pain in the eyelid margins when blinking would also be ingrown eyelashes. Sometimes the eyelashes of the upper or lower eyelid bend and point with the tip towards the skin. If you do not notice this, the eyelashes begin to grow into the skin and become inflamed there. This can lead to swelling around the edges of the eyelids with pain when blinking and a purulent discharge.
Also that as Trichiasis Marked lash rubbing on the cornea, which can also occur due to excessively curved eyelashes, can lead to pain when blinking.
With both clinical pictures the Eyelashesthat are causing the discomfort accordingly bent away and shortened, Sometimes it may also be necessary to put an antibiotic ointment or antibiotic eye drops in the eye to remove the irritation.
