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Why Do I Have Pain Around My Right Eye Socket That Gets Aggravated Under Contact With Direct Sunlight?
Question: I have a pain (7) around my right eye socket. Sunlight seems to aggravate it. Sunglasses help a little. Also have a mild headache (3). Have no recollection of any incident to my head or face in the past weeks. Have not been swimming in a lake or anywhere else in more than 2 months. Thank you for your time.
Brief Answer:
Probably migraine, follow the advice below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to migraine.
One of the typical symptoms of migraine is sensitivity to light.
Some advice that I can give to you are:
- Use anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day
- You can take medications Sumatriptan. It is also an over the counter medication
- Take supplements that contains magnesium, vitamin B 2 and coenzyme Q10
- Get enough sleep
- Rest
If the symptoms continue you should consult a neurologist for further evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Probably migraine, follow the advice below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to migraine.
One of the typical symptoms of migraine is sensitivity to light.
Some advice that I can give to you are:
- Use anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day
- You can take medications Sumatriptan. It is also an over the counter medication
- Take supplements that contains magnesium, vitamin B 2 and coenzyme Q10
- Get enough sleep
- Rest
If the symptoms continue you should consult a neurologist for further evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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