Photophobia
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 5, 2024.
AMBULATORY CARE:
Photophobia
a condition that causes your eyes to be sensitive to light.
Other signs and symptoms that may occur with photophobia
, depending on the cause:
- Pain or discomfort
- Yellow or green drainage from your eye
- Eye redness
- Fever
Seek care immediately if:
- You have severe eye pain.
- You have vision loss.
Call your doctor or ophthalmologist if:
- You have a fever.
- You have changes in your vision.
- Your symptoms do not improve after treatment.
- You have questions or concerns about your condition or care.
Treatment for photophobia
is based on the cause. You may need any of the following eyedrops:
- Artificial tears are eyedrops that help moisturize your eyes. Moisture in your eye may help relieve photophobia. Artificial tears are available without a prescription. Ask your healthcare provider how often to use artificial tears.
- Antibiotics help treat a bacterial infection.
- Steroids help treat eye swelling.
- Antivirals help treat a viral infection.
- Antifungals help treat a fungal infection.
Manage photophobia:
- Use all eyedrops as directed. Do not let the tip of the eyedrop bottle touch anything, including your eye. Your healthcare provider can show you how to put eyedrops in your eye. Wash your hands before you use eyedrops. Throw away eyedrops that have expired or become contaminated.
- Wear sunglasses as directed. Sunglasses help decrease exposure to light.
- Avoid light as much as possible. Turn off lights and keep blinds or curtains shut.
- Do not wear contact lenses. Contacts may cause eye discomfort.
- Do not wear eye makeup. Eye makeup may cause irritation.
Follow up with your doctor or ophthalmologist as directed:
Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.
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