Common Causes Of Eye Strain And Eye Pain

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is commonly referred to as pinkeye. An individual's eye contains a thin, transparent tissue that lines the inner eyelid and overlays the white of the eye, called the conjunctiva. Bacteria, viruses, foreign particles, pool chlorine, allergic reaction, parasites, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and fungi can all induce inflammation in an individual's conjunctiva. Symptoms that manifest in individuals affected by conjunctivitis include inner eyelid redness, white of the eye redness, enlarged conjunctiva, green to yellow discharge, burning sensations in the eye, blurry vision, itchiness in the eyes, and light sensitivity. General eye pain is common for the first few days an individual has conjunctivitis. A rare and severe form of conjunctivitis can cause a patient to experience intense eye pain when looking at bright lights.