This inflammation affects the small blood vessels of the conjunctiva, thus causing a characteristic reddish color in the eye. This infection causes severe stinging and tearing in one or both eyes, along with a discharge that often leaves a scab on the ends of the eye and on the eyelashes. Conjunctivitis is very contagious if its cause is a virus or a bacterium. It can also be caused by allergies, chemicals or foreign bodies that enter the eye. Among newborns, the most common cause is a blocked tear duct. Foreign bodies in the eye The entry of a foreign body into the eye can also cause burning eyes, stinging and secretions. Foreign bodies that are often responsible for these symptoms are: parts of plants pollen insects spices Eye injuries These symptoms could also be caused by an injury to the eye area, which can occur very easily when playing sports or working in places with chemicals. Eyes Infection,Harmful Diseases

That is why it is important to wear eye protection in these situations. You can also hurt an eye with a nail when you put on or take off contact lenses. Diagnosis The stinging, burning and secretion by themselves are not enough for the doctor to issue his diagnosis. Tell your doctor if you have had other symptoms besides those mentioned above. Common symptoms that may accompany burning, stinging and discharge are as follows: conjunctivitis appearance swollen eyelids crust on the eyelashes and at the ends of the eyes upon waking difficulty opening your eyes in the morning due to secretion yellow or green discharge from the ends of the eyes crying eyes light sensitivity ulcers, scratches or cuts on the surface of the eye (these are very serious problems that can cause blindness if left untreated) Remember to tell your doctor how long you have had the symptoms and if they have worsened.