Under eye dryness and pain

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Asked for Male, 42 Years

The part of skin under the eye feels dry and hard on touch with slight pain. The eye also feels heavy and causes discomfort. Temporary relief with occupol-D ointment is applied but returns back after 2 to 3 days. Please suggest.

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Dr. Rutvi Parikh

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 11 yrs exp Vadodara

Need a photo for more details Consult dermatologist Check thyroid status too

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need physical consultation for thorough slit lamp examination

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avoid rubbing maintain hygiene

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist 46 yrs exp Hyderabad

Pl do not use occupol d.pl hydrate yourself. Pl use Moisturex prescribed by Dermatologist. Pl have vision test and slitlamp eye examination.

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Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 16 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Saba Kausar

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 16 yrs exp Bangalore

Could be dermatitis. You can use moisturex lotion over skin, twice a day. For a month. Avoid using ocupol d as it contains steroid and is not advisable to use it without doctor supervision.

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please consult dermatologist if symptoms persist

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