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Eye pain |
| Overview Treatment |
| Alternative Names: |
| Ophthalmalgia; Pain - eye |
| Home Care: |
| Resting the eyes, taking an over-the-counter analgesic, and avoiding bright light are generally recommended. If you think your eye pain is due to wearing contact lenses, avoid wearing the lenses for a few days and see if the pain goes away. |
| Call your health care provider if: |
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| What to expect at your health care provider's office: |
| The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed. If there is major concern, see an ophthalmologist (who specializes in eye problems). Medical history questions documenting your symptom in detail may include:
Physical examination will include an examination of the eyes. The doctor will check vision, eye movements, and the back of the eye with an ophthalmoscope.
If a diagnosis was made by your health care provider as the cause of your symptoms, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record. |
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