Eyes Hurting?

Question

Yesterday i had an eye examination. The examiner ruled out any eye problems and ruled out glaucoma.

I was born with a larger cupped disk than normal but he said this was normal. I also have myopia in my right eye and need glasses for it.

When i went to the doctors he shined a light in my eye and for a few days after my eyes hurt. Yesterday i went for the exam and again, he shined lights in my eye, and they are hurting again.

Anyone had this before?

Answer 1

It is not uncommon for myopic people to have increased cup to disk ratios because often the nerve is slightly tilted as it enters the back of the eye. Shining a light in the eye causes the iris to constrict rapidly and can cause a mild ache for awhile. If the ache persists, then see an ophthalmologist to rule out inflammation, etc.

Answer 2

Think you have photophobia so you need to talk with your ophthalmologist as there are quite a number of causes for this- only an M.D. should be consulted regarding eye problems (personal opinion).