What are burning eyes?

The name speaks for itself; Burning or stinging eyes cause a burning or stinging sensation in or around the eyes. These complaints are often temporary and can often be easily remedied.

How do I recognize burning eyes?

Burning or stinging eyes are often accompanied by the following complaints:

• A burning, stinging, stinging or itching sensation

• Tired eyes

• Red eyes

• Sore eyes

• Double vision

• Headache

What causes burning eyes?

Burning or stinging eyes can have many different causes. It is therefore important to always have your eyes checked by a specialist, so that a suitable solution can be offered.

Common causes of burning or stinging eyes include:

• Dry eyes

• Old age

• An eye laser treatment

• Fatigue or stress

• Allergies, such as hay fever or an allergy to dust mites

• Prolonged or intensive strain on the eyes, for example due to screen use

• Blepharitis

• Diabetes

• Sjörgen's syndrome

• Wearing contact lenses

• Smoky or dry areas

What can I do about burning eyes?

Burning or stinging eyes can have many different and varied causes. If you have persistent complaints, always contact one of our stores.

Burning or stinging eyes are often easy to prevent:

• Rest your eyes regularly. Because we demand a lot from our eyes, it is important to use the 20-20-2 rule. This means that after 20 minutes of looking up close (for example on a screen), you have to look into the distance for 20 seconds. It is also important to spend 2 hours a day outside! This way your eyes can relax after a day full of screen stimuli.

• Try not to rub your eyes too much, as this can cause additional irritation.

• Get advice about using new contact lenses.

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Do you continue to suffer from burning eyes? Contact one of the stores near you.

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