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unexplained eye pain
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Cabarrus Eye Center
NC
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unexplained eye pain
by johnner, Nov 03, 2009 04:11PM
Hi Dr...I have had unexplained eye pain for the last yr and a half. It's at the back of the eye mostly but sometimes travels around to different sides of the eye and can cause some real weird sensations at the front of the eye too. I have been to numerous ophthalmologists, neurologists and dr's and they can't see anything wrong. Had blood tests and an MRI done too and all was fine. I have very bad light sensitivity and always have to wear sunglasses. Even on a dull day when outside...I am however sick of this uncomfortable pain and was wondering now about taking some pain relief medication such as a prescription painkiller since I have had this quite a while. But was wondering if there would be a particular one that I should ask for that would be best for the eyes (that’s if u are allowed advise of course). I heard some medications can damage your eyes. in the long run. Or is there anything I should avoid?
(Sorry if this qs is really more for the neurology section!)
Thanks for your time.
(Sorry if this qs is really more for the neurology section!)
Thanks for your time.
Doctor's Answer
by Sandra M Brown, MD, Nov 03, 2009 04:32PM
, Nov 03, 2009 04:32PM
Has anyone considered a diagnosis of occipital neuralgia? This condition can cause some truly weird sensations around the eyes. It can be treated by a steroid injection to the occipital nerve at the back of the neck.
You should NOT consider prescription pain medications for a mystery pain - just read the addiction forums on this site. A trial of antiinflammatory medication, or anti-seizure medication, or some anti-depressant medications that also work for pain, should be attempted first.
But seriously look into the possibility of occipital neuralgia.
You should NOT consider prescription pain medications for a mystery pain - just read the addiction forums on this site. A trial of antiinflammatory medication, or anti-seizure medication, or some anti-depressant medications that also work for pain, should be attempted first.
But seriously look into the possibility of occipital neuralgia.
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