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Why Do Eyes Hurt So Much After Headache?
Bloodshot eyes; Red eyes; Scleral infection; Conjunctival infection
Home Care
For fatigue or eyestrain, try to rest your eyes. No treatment is necessary.
If you have conjunctivitis:
- Avoid touching the infected eye and then rubbing the other eye -- the infection can spread from one eye to the other.
- Apply cool or warm compresses throughout the day.
- Do not use eye makeup or wear contact lenses until the infection has cleared. Throw away items like these that you used in your infected...
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