What are burning eyes?

The name says it all; burning or stinging eyes cause a burning or stinging sensation in or around the eyes. These symptoms are often temporary and can usually be easily resolved.

How do I recognize burning eyes?

Burning or stinging eyes often go hand in hand with the following symptoms:

• A burning, stinging, prickly, or itchy feeling

• Tired eyes

• Red eyes

• Painful 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

• Age

• Eye laser treatment

• Fatigue or stress

• Allergies, such as hay fever or a dust mite allergy

• Long-term or intensive eye strain, for example from screen use

• Blepharitis

• Diabetes

• Sjögren's syndrome

• Wearing contact lenses

• Smoky or dry rooms

What can I do about burning eyes?

Burning or stinging eyes can have many different and diverse causes. If your symptoms persist, always get in touch with one of our boutiques.

Often, burning or stinging eyes are easy to prevent:

• Give your eyes regular rest. Because we ask a lot of our eyes, it is important to use the 20-20-2 rule. This means that after 20 minutes of looking at something close-up (for example a screen), you should look into the distance for 20 seconds. It is also important to spend 2 hours a day outdoors. This allows your eyes to rest after a day full of stimuli from screens.

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

• Ask us for advice about using new contact lenses.

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Are you still suffering from burning eyes? Get in touch with one of the boutiques near you.

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