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Eye pain
Also known as: Ocular pain
Eye pain symptom guide: what it can mean, possible causes, and when to seek care. Educational only.
Overview
Pain in the eye can come from muscle strain, injury, or inflammation. Deep eye pain or pain with blurred vision is more urgent. This is general information only, not a diagnosis. Severe, sudden, or fever-related pain needs professional assessment.
Possible causes
- Muscle strain or posture
- Injury or overuse
- Joint inflammation
- Infection (less often)
When to see a doctor
See a clinic if eye pain is severe, limits activity, lasts a week, or comes with swelling/fever.