Eye irritation and discharge: natural remedy

Eye irritation is general complain of people working on computer or studying for long hours. The problem take worse form when people are exposed to a high-polluted environment.

It is an unpleasant experience and people get annoyed as they cannot work smoothly on computer or read something important. If a person feel irritation in eyes and he/she rubs frequently the eyes, the problem will exaggerate.

There are numerous natural treatment suggested for immediate relief:

1. When people feel irritation in eye, they can apply cold compresses around the affected eye area. The simple procedure to soak a piece of cotton in cold water and put it above the affected eye.

2. Cucumber is highly beneficial for irritated or itchy eyes because it has anti irritation property. It aids in dropping inflammation, puffiness, swelling and irritation. To apply, nicely wash the cucumber and slice it. Keep in refrigerator for 15-20 minutes. Then place it over the eyes for approximately 10 minutes.

3. Rosewater has great impact on irritated eyes.  People who experience eye irritation can rinse the eyes with rosewater to get instant relief.

4. Cold milk is also effective for irritated eyes. To get desired results, person can dab a cotton ball in cold milk and rub it around the eyes.

Though eye irritation, burning or discharge is considered as common problem but person must visit to ophthalmologist if he/she experiences following issues:

-      The discharge is thick, greenish, or resembles pus.

-      If person feel excessive eye pain or sensitivity to light.

-      If vision is decreased.

-      If there is increased swelling in the eyelids.

As we all know that eye is the sensitive part of body. It is imperative to pay more attention if people feel any type of problem in eyes. Eye irritation in early stage can be treated safely at home. But if problem persists, it is highly recommended to visit ophthalmologist for thorough eye check-up.