How to sooth burning eyes

Burning eye are most common of all eye problems. It is really a painful condition where the person feels itching and a pinching burning sensation.Sometimes they also feel a discharge of yellow liquid.

What causes burning eyes

There are various reasons that may cause the burning sensation in eyes. They are the major symptom of dry eyes where tear formation is reduced by any reasons. In many cases they are just the preliminary symptom of some eye infection or allergy. Also burning eyes sensation can be initial symptom of Conjuctivitis.

Environmental pollution and certain chemicals and pollens can also cause burning eye sensation. Also long exposure to computer or television for long hours can cause burning eye sensation.

Remedies for burning eyes

Do not touch or rub your eyes with hands. It may worsen the situation.

Drinking two glass of carrot juice is considered good for burning eyes. Carrot is rich in beta carotene which is highly beneficial to your eyes.

Mix some honey in water. Wash your eyes with this water. This is best to sooth the burning sensation. Also rose water is considered best for burning eyes. dilute rosewater with cold water and splash it on your eyes. It will give a quick soothing effect. Also you can use aloevera juice diluted in water as an eyewash to relieve burning sensation.

Avoid direct exposure to sunlight. If you cannot avoid going out in sun, always use a good quality sunglasses that can protect your eyes with a the harmful radiation in the sun.

Be watchful about your eye makeup. It may contain certain products that may cause itching or burning sensation. At times wearing contact lenses for quite long time may also cause burning sensation.

Give your eyes proper rest and sleep. Always wash them with clean cold water when you come back from sum and especially before sleeping.

However if the problem persists for more than two days it is alsways better to consult an opthalmologist. It may be just an indication of some severe eye infection or some other problem.