Waking up with some gunk in your eyes is usually nothing to worry about. The scientific name for this crust is rheum, and it forms when oil and other debris collect on your eyelids during sleep. But ...

Itchy eyes — you can't rub or blink them away. This common, but annoying, ailment hits just about everyone at some point. Most of the time, itchy eyes are caused by allergens, such as pollen, dust or ...

Ever since the pandemic began, there have been some unusual symptoms linked with COVID-19 like COVID toe and rashes. But the Omicron variant is different from past strains of the virus and, with that, ...

If your eyes feel gritty, dry or irritated-especially if you're over 50-you might assume it's just aging or allergies. But ...

Pinguecula and pterygium are both types of non-cancerous tissue overgrowth. If a pinguecula progresses and grows into the cornea, it becomes a pterygium. You can use over-the-counter lubrication such ...

Living in cities with rising air pollution means our eyes are constantly exposed to dust, smoke, and harmful pollutants. From redness and watering to itching and dryness, eye irritation has become a ...

(NEXSTAR) – Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve repeatedly been warned about the symptoms of the virus. Having a cough, sore throat, fever, or loss of taste or smell were among the most ...

Ever since the pandemic began, there have been some unusual symptoms linked with COVID-19 like COVID toe and rashes. But the Omicron variant is different from past strains of the virus and, with that, ...

Poison ivy can affect your eyes and eyelids, but it won’t cause blindness. You can likely manage the rash with home remedies or over-the-counter medications. But an infection or severe swelling may ...

Medications used to treat allergy symptoms can lead to dry eye. However, an eye drop form of antihistamine may be the best option to avoid this side effect if you’re concerned about dry eyes. Many ...