Sumitra Devi Sumitra Devi Asked 7 months ago

Can dry eyes cause eye pain?

My eyes have been feeling very dry lately, especially after working on the computer for long hours. Sometimes, this dryness is accompanied by a sharp pain. Is it normal for dry eyes to cause actual pain, or should I be worried about something else?

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Ritu Kashyap Ritu Kashyap Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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I have been working on my laptop for hours lately, and my eyes have started hurting and burning quite a bit. My friend said it might just be dry eyes, but I am a bit worried. Can dry eyes actually cause real pain, or could it be something more serious?

Vijay Khanna Vijay Khanna Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, dry eyes can definitely cause a dull, burning pain and discomfort. Since I have high BP, I am always careful about overall vascular and eye health, and my doctor advises regular checkups. Please get your eyes examined by an ophthalmologist to rule out any infection or vision changes.

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Riya Kapoor Riya Kapoor Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Oh, totally! During exams when I'm staring at screens all night, my eyes get super dry and literally start hurting like crazy. It feels like there's sand in them. Honestly, taking quick screen breaks and using simple lubricating drops from a doc helps a lot.

Rahul Rawat Rahul Rawat Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Bro, yes, dry eyes can hurt like hell. I ignored it thinking it was just tiredness, but my eyes got so red and painful that I couldn't even look at my phone. The eye doc told me my tear film was dry and gave me soothing drops. Go see a doc, don't keep rubbing your eyes.

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Varun Malhotra Varun Malhotra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, dry eyes can cause a stinging pain and fatigue. Along with staying well-hydrated, I find that taking regular screen breaks—like the 20-20-20 rule—and doing some outdoor activity really helps reduce eye strain. If the pain continues, definitely get a quick checkup with an eye specialist.

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