Political Analysis and Global Affairs

  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 1 . If your eye pain is severe, sudden, or worsening after several days, you should see an eye doctor 2 . If you have a new eye pain or eye pain that keeps getting worse, talk to a healthcare provider as soon as you can 3 . 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 4 5 6 7 8 9 . If...