My right eye is sore and I'm not sure if its my eyelid or the eye itself??

Question

So my eye is sore and it has been since last night. My mom noticed that something was wrong with my right eye because the eyelid was a little puffy. How can i get rid of it?

(note: i wear glasses no contacts but I will soon...hopefully)

Answer 1

It could be pinkeye, but if you don't have symptoms like redness or itching, it sounds a lot like you have a chalazion, which is where a duct inside your eyelid is blocked. Try hot compresses 2-3 times a day for 15-20 each and massage the eyelid (I know, it's tedious and sounds like a waste of time). If the puffiness doesn't go down within a few days, see an optometrist who can prescribe you some medication for whatever you might have.

Answer 2

It might be an infection like pink eye that needs antibiotic eye drops. Or a foreign object, like dust. Or a stye (pimple on the eyelid). Try some lubricant eye drops and if that doesn't help soon, go to the doctor or ER or urgent care.