When should you see a doctor for eye pain?

 Eye pain can be a sign of a health problem and should not be ignored. If you have eye pain, you may be wondering when you should see a doctor. Here are some guidelines to help you determine when to seek medical attention:

• Seek emergency medical care if your eye pain is unusually severe or accompanied by a headache, fever, or unusual sensitivity to light. If your vision changes suddenly or you experience nausea or vomiting, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately
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• If your eye pain is severe, sudden, or worsening after several days, you should see an eye doctor
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• If you have a new eye pain or eye pain that keeps getting worse, talk to a healthcare provider as soon as you can
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• If your eye pain comes along with any of the following symptoms, you need to see a doctor ASAP: blurry vision, loss of color vision, blind spot, tearing of the eyes, a droopy eyelid, a stuffy nose, nausea, a runny nose, congestion, or sensitivity to light, sounds, or smells
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If you are experiencing eye pain, it is important to immediately contact your eye doctor to discover the cause and find the best treatment

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. Remember that eye pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including corneal disorders, glaucoma, infections, inflammation, and headaches

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. The treatment for eye pain depends on the underlying cause, so it is important to seek medical attention if you have persistent or severe eye pain

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