{"id":407009,"date":"2023-12-02T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-02T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/?p=407009"},"modified":"2025-11-03T10:59:11","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T10:59:11","slug":"eye-pain-and-watering","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/eye-pain-and-watering\/","title":{"rendered":"Eye Pain and Watering: Possible Causes and Treatment Approaches"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When you have burning or watery eyes, it&#8217;s hard to focus on anything else.&nbsp;<br><br>An injury, an infection, or other medical disorders can cause eye pain and watering.<br><br>Certain eye conditions are rather harmless and have the potential to resolve with suitable at-home care.&nbsp;<br><br>Some are far more serious and need immediate medical attention.<br><br>The causes of eye pain and watering are discussed in this article, along with possible treatments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"causes-of-eye-pain-and-watering\">Causes of eye pain and watering<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s common for smoke-filled spaces and windy or chilly environments to make your eyes watery or irritated.<br><br>Your eyes may become watery and painful if you have an eye injury or if there is something in them, such as grit or an eyelash.<br><br>However, certain eye conditions can also cause watery and painful eyes.<br><br>These include dry eyes, Conjunctivitis, allergens, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/glaucoma\/\" target=\"_blank\">Glaucoma<\/a>, Uveitis, and corneal ulcer.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- ===== GRX 4-Product Strip (responsive, WP-proof spacing) ===== -->\r\n<div class=\"grx-ss\" aria-label=\"Related products\">\r\n  <style>\r\n    .grx-ss{\r\n      --gap:12px;\r\n      --radius:12px; --border:#e6e6ef; --muted:#ADADAD; --title:#1f2937; --stars:#ffc107;\r\n      --price:#16a34a; --btn:#4107a1; --btn-h:#32067c; --btn-txt:#fff; --shadow:0 4px 14px 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Usually, by the time they turn 1 year old, it gets better. <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conjunctivitis\">Conjunctivitis<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Conjunctivitis, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/pink-eye\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pink Eye<\/a>, is a set of medical diseases that cause swelling, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/pink-eye-vs-red-eye\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/pink-eye-vs-red-eye\/\" target=\"_blank\">redness<\/a>, and inflammation of the conjunctiva.&nbsp;<br><br>The conjunctiva is a thin layer of transparent tissue that covers the white of the eye.<br><br>Conjunctivitis is often caused by viruses, bacteria, or allergens that can cause a watery discharge from the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"allergens\">Allergens<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Certain allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, mold spores, or ingredients in beauty products or cosmetics, may lead to allergic reactions.<br><br>It may feel as if it is scratching the surface of your affected eye.<br><br>These allergic reactions can cause pain in your eyes or watering.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"glaucoma\">Glaucoma<\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Decreased-Tear-Production--1024x536.webp\" alt=\"dry eye\" class=\"wp-image-405275\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Eye pain (symptom of Glaucoma)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Glaucoma occurs due to elevated<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/eye-pressure\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/eye-pressure\/\" target=\"_blank\"> eye pressure<\/a> that harms the optic nerve of the eye.<br><br>The damaged optic nerve can lead to vision loss or permanent blindness if left untreated.<br><br>Eye pain and liquid discharge from the eyes are common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/glaucoma-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\">symptoms of Glaucoma<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#075380;border-radius:7px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A86B3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Quick checkout<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px\"> Is Glaucoma hindering your ability to see the outside world clearly?<br \/>\nRestore clarity and protect your vision with Bimatoprost medications available at GoodRxMedicine.<\/p>\n<li><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/bimat-0-03-w-v-bimatoprost-ophthalmic-solution.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Bimat 0.03% w\/v eye drops\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Bimat 0.03% w\/v eye drops<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/careprost-3-ml-of-0-03.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Careprost 30ml of 0.03%\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Careprost 30ml of 0.03%<\/a><\/li>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"uveitis\">Uveitis<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>It is the inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of tissues of the eye wall.<br><br>Infections, eye injury, or an autoimmune disease can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/uveitis-causes\/\" target=\"_blank\">cause Uveitis<\/a>.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/uveitis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Uveitis<\/a> can cause pain and redness in the eyes.<br><br>It could also lead to permanent blindness if left untreated.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"corneal-ulcer\">Corneal ulcer<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>A wound that develops on the cornea, the transparent layer of tissue covering the eye, is known as a corneal ulcer.\u00a0<br><br>Usually, the corneal ulcer is caused by minor scratches or damage to the eye.<br><br>Most people who wear contact lenses are often the most susceptible to corneal ulcers, particularly if they sleep wearing their lenses.<br><br>Corneal ulcers can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pennmedicine.org\/conditions\/corneal-ulcers-and-infections?redirect=1&amp;referrer=pennmed&amp;source=fsu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">cause<\/a> pain, redness, and watery discharge from the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#7a1312;border-radius:10px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#AD4645;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px\">Warning:<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px\"> Sometimes, contact lenses may cause scratches inside your eye, making them prone to infections. The likelihood of such an event is higher if you wear your contacts longer than suggested. <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"treating-eye-pain-and-watering\">Treating eye pain and watering<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Use-Artificial-tears-eyedrop-1024x536.webp\" alt=\"Use artificial tears eyedrop\" class=\"wp-image-405632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Use-Artificial-tears-eyedrop-1024x536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Use-Artificial-tears-eyedrop-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Use-Artificial-tears-eyedrop-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Use-Artificial-tears-eyedrop.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use artificial tears eyedrop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/treatments-for-eye-pain\/\" target=\"_blank\">treatment of eye pain<\/a> and watering mostly depends upon the cause of the symptom.<br><br>Treating the underlying cause can help overcome painful and watery eyes.<br><br>Artificial tears may normally be used to control the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/dry-eye-symptoms\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/dry-eye-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\">symptoms of dry eyes.<\/a><br><br>In severe cases, your doctor may suggest eye drops to relieve the symptoms.<br><br>Removing the allergen causing the pain and watering in the eyes from the environment helps ease the situation.<br><br>Whether you have bacterial, viral, or allergic conjunctivitis will determine the course of action.<br><br>The majority of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/viral-pink-eye\/\" target=\"_blank\">Viral Pink Eye<\/a> cases are minor and go away on their own in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/conjunctivitis\/treatment\/?CDC_AAref_Val=https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/conjunctivitis\/about\/treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">7\u201314 days<\/a> without any medical attention.&nbsp;<br><br>However, antiviral medications may be prescribed by a doctor for severe viral infections.&nbsp;<br><br>If your Conjunctivitis is caused by allergens, then a cold compress and antihistamine drops could be sufficient to treat the condition at home.<br><br>Without therapy, mild <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/bacterial-pink-eye\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bacterial Pink Eye<\/a> frequently gets better in about a week.&nbsp;<br><br>For more serious bacterial infections, a doctor could recommend antibiotics.<br><br>Eye drops, such as Prostaglandin Analogs like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/bimatoprost-eye-drops\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bimatoprost<\/a> and Beta-Blockers, are often the first line of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/glaucoma-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\">Glaucoma treatment<\/a>.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/uveitis-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\">Uveitis treatment<\/a> depends upon which part of the eye is affected.<br><br>Steroid eye drops, injections, and pills are usually prescribed to treat Uveitis and associated symptoms.<br><br>Your doctor may recommend immunosuppressants and surgery if you do not respond to conventional treatment methods.<br><br>An antiviral or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/antibiotics.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/antibiotics.html\" target=\"_blank\">antibiotic medication<\/a> will be prescribed by an eye doctor to address the underlying infection, causing pain and watery discharge from the eyes caused by corneal ulcers.&nbsp;<br><br>Eye pain may sometimes seem related to nausea. <strong>Read our article:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/eye-pain-and-nausea\/\" target=\"_blank\">Exploring the Relation Between Eye Pain and Nausea<\/a> to discover the relation between the two.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#075380;border-radius:7px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A86B3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Order Now<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px\"> Is your eye pain a result of eye infections?<br \/>\nBuy the best <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"eye care products\" 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