Eye Infections Services

Eye Appeal Optometry
Henry T Oishi, OD
Optometrist located in Temecula, CA

Eye infections can make your eyes look and feel downright miserable, and it’s very important that you get treatment before the infection grows worse and permanently affects your vision. At Eye Appeal Optometry, Henry Oishi, O.D. has the training and skills to treat eye infections so as to prevent long-term vision damage. Schedule your eye exam appointment at the Temecula, California, Eye Appeal Optometry practice online or call to speak with a team member.

 

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Eye Infections Q & A

What are the symptoms of an eye infection?

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Some of the most common symptoms of eye infections include:

  • Blurry vision

  • Crust on eyes when you wake up

  • Dry eyes

  • Eye discharge

  • Eye discomfort or pain 

  • Eye irritation

  • Gritty-feeling eyes

  • Light sensitivity

  • Lump/bump on eyelid

  • Pink, red, or bloodshot eyes

  • Swollen eyes

  • Watery eyes

If you're suffering from an eye infection, you might have several of these symptoms at once. If you've got eye infection symptoms, it's vital that you call Eye Appeal Optometry to get the help you need promptly.

What are the most common eye infections?

Some of the most common eye infections include:

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is a transparent tissue that lies over the white part of your eye called the sclera. Conjunctivitis can be caused by eye allergies, viral infections, such as pink eye, bacterial infections, etc.

Stye

A stye is an eye infection that occurs when bacteria invades an eyelash follicle and causes a bump on your eyelid. It's often quite painful and can make it difficult to see normally.

Keratitis

Keratitis can occur in bacterial, viral, or fungal form. This eye infection can cause pain, light sensitivity, discharge, and a variety of other eye issues.

There are many other eye infections you may contract. Regardless of infection type, prompt treatment is important.

What is the treatment for an eye infection?

Eye infection treatment varies quite widely depending on what type of eye infection you have and what your exact symptoms are. Treatment may include:

  • Antibiotic eye drops

  • Antibiotic ointments

  • Oral antibiotics

  • Antiviral eye drops

Is an eye infection making you edgy? Use the online booking feature now or call Eye Appeal Optometry to schedule your appointment.