Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; chap Rubenstein JB, Spektor T. Conjunctivitis: infectious and noninfectious. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; chap 4. Reviewed by: Franklin W.
Editorial team. Chemosis Fluid-filled conjunctiva; Swollen eye or conjunctiva. Considerations Chemosis is a sign of eye irritation. Causes Causes may include: Angioedema Allergic reaction Bacterial infection conjunctivitis Viral infection conjunctivitis. An inflammatory condition that affects other parts of the body could also result in uveitis. Medications that can treat uveitis include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and immunosuppressive medications. In some cases, a doctor may also implant time-release capsules in the eyes.
A doctor may ask questions to determine the cause of a swollen eyeball. For example, they may ask the person about:. They may also conduct laboratory tests to investigate whether the cause could be an infection or an autoimmune condition. Swollen eyeballs do not always require medical attention. For example, if a person frequently experiences conjunctivitis, they may be able to treat it with home remedies.
For instance, a person can make cold compresses and apply them to their closed eyes. For this, they should use clean washcloths soaked in boiled, cooled water that has been in the refrigerator. If the swelling results from an allergy, people should try to avoid the cause of the allergy as much as possible.
If the swelling results from an injury, a person could try using an ice pack at home before seeking medical attention. To do this, they should wrap an ice pack in a towel or similar to prevent further damage to the eye area. If a person is experiencing other symptoms alongside a swollen eyeball — such as eye pain, vision loss, or an inability to close their eyes — they should immediately contact a doctor.
A swollen eyeball may not cause concern. Sometimes, however, it could indicate an underlying condition. The best treatment for a swollen eyeball will depend on the cause and its severity.
Without treatment, a severe condition causing a swollen eyeball could cause permanent damage. You may also see floaters — spots or squiggles — slowly moving in your field of vision. Most swelling around the eyes goes away within a few days. Here are a few tips to help reduce swelling in the meantime:. Call your eye doctor right away if swelling lasts longer than 24 to 48 hours and you notice any of the following:.
Singh says. If you are under the age of 40, Dr. Singh recommends seeing an eye doctor every four or five years. After age 40, see your eye doctor every two or three years. Anyone who is age 50 or older should visit their eye doctor once a year, she says. Do you wonder why your eyes are irritated and your eyelids are swollen? Here are eight things that could cause that — and tips to make it go away. In some cases, people lose some or all of their vision. About Foundation Museum of the Eye.
By Kierstan Boyd. Edited By Daniel Porter. There are two main types of scleritis: anterior scleritis occurs at the front of the eye posterior uveitis occurs at the back of the eye Anterior scleritis, is more common than posterior scleritis. What Causes Scleritis? What Are Symptoms of Scleritis? Scleritis symptoms include: pain tenderness of the eye redness and swelling of the white part of the eye blurred vision tearing extreme sensitivity to light There also can be pain of the jaw, face, or head.
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