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 ...

An 8-month-old girl presented to the pediatric ophthalmology clinic with redness and swelling of the left upper eyelid. She had woken up the day before with the swelling, and it appeared to be worse ...

Eyelids protect the eyes, spread tears, and maintain eye health. Unfortunately, they are prone to several disorders, collectively called eyelid diseases. These conditions can cause discomfort, affect ...

The difference between pink eye and a stye is that a stye will often be accompanied by a bump on your eye. But they both share common symptoms like itching, pain, redness, and swelling. A stye and ...

Allergies, corneal injuries, and tiredness can be what causes bloodshot eyes. Infections like pink eye can also cause this symptom. Glaucoma, a group of eye diseases that cause vision loss, can lead ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." We all experience a puffy face every now and again, especially after a night of drinking alcohol or ...

How long a stye lasts may vary. They usually clear up on their own within 1–2 weeks and may not require medical treatment. Applying a warm compress may help speed up healing. A stye is a painful red ...

T he eyes may be the windows to the soul, but those windows can ­become dry, swollen, red, and itchy with age. “Most older adults realize they’re at risk for serious eye diseases such as cataracts, ...

Makeup can disrupt tear film, clog glands, and trigger infections. Learn which ingredients to avoid, safer brands to try, and hygiene habits to protect your eyes.

As pollution rises and eye irritation becomes common, experts outline the warning signs to watch for and daily habits that ...

Conjunctivitis can affect people of any age, including infants. While neonatal conjunctivitis is generally mild and easily treatable, some types can result in serious health complications for newborns ...