Light sensitivity, also called photophobia, is a sensitivity or intolerance to light. Usually, the iris is unable to constrict enough to reduce the light entering the eye, but not in this condition, which is normally a symptom of associated Malfunction of mind or bodys or problems, such as corneal soreness, aphakia, iritis, or ocular albinism. Photophobia or light sensitivity is a common eye complaint. In extreme forms the person performs best in very low light levels.

Light sensitivity, however, is not limited only to eyes but also involves skin-pigmentation and headache as a result of excessive exposure to light. It may also cause ophthalmologic migraine- a steady; gnawing, boring, eye Discomfort involvement of the nerves of the cavernous sinus, symptoms lasting days or weeks with spontaneous remission with recurrent attacks occurring after month or years.

Some of the main symptoms of photophobia include:

• Discomfort in the eye
• Redness in eye
• Itching in eye
• Eye feels swelled up
• Blurred vision
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness

Exposure to light can be managed by wearing anti-glare glasses.

The most common cause of photophobia is soreness of the anterior region of the eye, which includes the colored iris. The muscular iris controls pupil size and adjusts the amount of light entering the eye. Just as a sore back hurts when you bend it, an inflamed iris muscle Discomfortfully constricts when light hits the eye. Even if the injured eye is patched, the light sensitivity continues because light hitting the uninjured eye causes both pupils to constrict.

Another common cause of photophobia is a cataract. When the natural clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy, a cataract has formed. Cataracts tend to scatter light, similar to a frosted window in wintertime. The disrupted image causes discomfort, which is perceived as Discomfort. Albinism and glaucoma are other two problems that may lead to photophobia.

Some sensitivity to light is only triggered by bright light, however, most photophobias are caused by more complex conditions, and examples are listed below: 

• Excessive wearing of contact lenses or badly fitting contact lenses 
• Eye problem, injury, or Problem created due to harmful organism (such as chalazion, episcleritis, glaucoma) 
• Burns to the eye(s) 
• Common migraine headache 
• Meningitis 
• Acute iritis 
• Corneal abrasion 
• Corneal An eroded sore in the inner lining of digestive tract 
• Uveitis

The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.

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In school children with ocular conditions for which photophobia is an accompanying symptom (notably albinism, aniridia, aphakia, dislocated lens, but possibly also cataracts and/or glaucoma), controlled illumination and preferential seating are suggested. Light sources should be shielded to Beneficial Effects direct light into the eyes, and attention should be given to eliminating glare from paper, texts, desktops and blackboards.

The discomfort of light sensitivity can be reduced by avoiding sunlight, closing the eyes, wearing dark glasses, or darkening the room.

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