Conditions that cause eye inflammation

  1. Blepharitis — which is eyelid inflammation.
  2. Iritis — which is inflammation of the colored part of the eye.
  3. Keratitis — which is inflammation of the cornea.
  4. Optic neuritis — which is inflammation of the optic nerve.
  5. Scleritis — which is inflammation of the white part of the eye.
  6. Uveitis — which is inflammation of the middle layer of the eye.

Other conditions

  1. Allergies — Injury, such as from a blunt trauma or burn.
  2. Chalazion — caused by clogged oil glands on the eyelid.
  3. Cluster headache
  4. Complication of eye surgery.
  5. Contact lens problem.
  6. Corneal abrasion (scratch): First aid
  7. Corneal herpes infection.
  8. Dry eyes
  9. Eyelid infection.
  10. Foreign object in the eye: First aid
  11. Glaucoma — which is part of a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve.
  12. Migraine
  13. Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
  14. Stye (sty)

Causes shown here are commonly associated with this symptom. Work with your doctor or other health care professional for an accurate diagnosis.