Suggest Treatment For Cold With Ocular Itching And Burning

Posted on Thu, 21 Jan 2016

Question: What to do for itchy, burning eyes that are along with a cold

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Possible viral conjunctivits

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using HCM,

I understand your query.

During common cold infections, the virus may affect all the upper respiratory system, and along with it the eyes as well. So the itchy burning eyes may be part of the viral symptoms. That means, that antibiotic drops won't help most probably.

If I was your caring doctor, I would suggest to:
-- Use artificial tears drops, to keep the eye well hydrated. So it will itch less.
-- Use an antihistamine before sleeping like Loratadine 10mg, Cetirizine 10mg, ect.
-- Be careful to wash your hands after touching your eyes, use towels that only you use...it can be very contagious.

Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.

Regards,

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