These Types of Eye Pain Must Be Cautioned

Eye pain can cause a variety of annoying complaints, such as red eyes, itching, pain, to vision problems. Some types of eye pain can be transmitted through physical contact. Know the characteristics of this disease and how to avoid transmission. Some eye pain is not contagious so that sufferers can continue their activities as long as their vision is still functioning properly. But there are several types of eye pain that makes sufferers advised to postpone activities in the office or at school, so that other people are not infected.

Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus

Not many people know that the varicella-zoster virus that causes shingles or smallpox snake, it can also cause eye pain called ophthalmic herpes zoster. This condition can occur in people who have had chickenpox while still a child. Some conditions that can be symptoms of herpetic eye pain, including:

• Red eye.
• Severe pain in the eye or around one eye with swelling.
• Reddish rash and pain in the eyelids. Sometimes up to the tip of the nose.
• Light sensitive.

Simplex Herpes Keratitis

This eye disease is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 which causes infection in the cornea. The cornea becomes cloudy and swollen. This virus is the same as the cause of herpes sores on the mouth and lips. Symptoms that can be felt include:

• Red eye.
• Pain in the eye or around one eye.
• Tears that keep coming out.
• Eyes feel dirty.
• The eyes feel sore when seeing the light

After infection, the herpes virus will settle on nerve fibers without causing interference. But if the immune system is weakened, herpetic disease can re-emerge. Its emergence begins with moving or developing these viruses. Transmission of the herpes simplex 1 virus can occur through direct contact with sufferers, such as kisses from family members suffering from herpes on the lips or cold sores. In one third of cases, people who have experienced this disease will be attacked again, because the virus can be reactivated. If it occurs in newborns, this disease can attack the central nervous system in the brain and endanger the lives of babies. This disease can be treated with topical drugs (external drugs) applied to the eyelid, oral antiviral drugs (oral medication), or corticosteroid eye drops to relieve inflammation. If not treated immediately, over time this disease can result in decreased quality of vision.

Conjunctivitis by Bacteria, Viruses, and Chlamydia

Conjunctivitis or also called pink eye is inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is a thin tissue that lines the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelid. Allergy to dust, irritation from shampoo, or smoke can cause conjunctivitis. Infectious conjunctivitis is caused by viruses (such as influenza or herpes viruses) and bacteria (such as chlamydia and gonorrhea). Conjunctivitis caused by bacteria and viruses is what can be transmitted easily from sufferers to other people. In infections of newborns, this disease can cause dangerous vision problems. Look at the following symptoms to detect whether you or your child may have conjunctivitis:

• Eyes more watery than usual.
• The white area of ​​the eye becomes red.
• The eyes feel itchy or sore.
• More sensitive to light.
• Vision becomes blurred or blurred vision.

Ways that can be done to avoid worsening of these symptoms, among others, by avoiding the use of make up and contact lenses, protect the eyes from dust with glasses, and consult a ophthalmologist to get treatment with eye drops, eye ointments, or oral medication according to the cause of conjunctivitis. To prevent or reduce the risk of transmission of conjunctivitis, here are some ways you can do:

• Wash your hands regularly with warm water and soap.
• Avoid touching the eye that is being infected.
• Wash watery eyes once in a while using soft tissue or cotton. Dispose of this cotton or tissue immediately and wash your hands again with warm water and soap.
• Avoid wearing contact lenses and makeup, let alone sharing makeup tools with others.
• Avoid sharing eye drops and sharing with other objects, such as towels or glasses.
• Rest at home first as long as the disease has not recovered.

Conjunctivitis or pink eye will generally improve in 3-7 days. This disease can spread to other people as long as complaints are still felt. If you feel symptoms in the eyes, especially if the eyes feel pain or vision is impaired, do not hesitate to consult an ophthalmologist to find out the cause and provide appropriate treatment.