Headache is sometimes accompanied by eye pain. It can be due to several reasons, but the first that comes to mind is eye strain. This may be due to uncorrected refractive errors (myopia and hyperopia). Other causes include migraines, cluster headaches, sinus headaches, tension headaches and glaucoma. Depending on the causes, other symptoms may occur in addition to eye pain, such as nausea, vomiting, itchy eyes, watery eyes, redness of the eyes and sensitivity to light.
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy provides a very effective solution for cases of headaches and eye pain. Homeopathic medicines enhance the body’s healing mechanism to overcome health problems naturally. These medications target the root cause of the problem and provide great relief without side effects. When using these medications, the intensity and frequency of the complaints gradually decreases. The homeopathic prescription varies from case to case, depending on the characteristic individual symptoms. It is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor and avoid self-medication. Homeopathic medicines are recommended for mild to moderate intensity cases. In case of severe pain and when pain occurs due to serious problems such as glaucoma, you can use the conventional method of treatment.
Top Homeopathic Medicines for Headache with Eye Pain
1. Ruta – due to eye strain
Ruta is a leading drug for treating cases where headaches and eye pain occur due to eye strain. There is pain in the forehead. Pain is of the pulsating or compressive type. The pain may extend from the front of the head to the sides of the head. Heat may be felt in the eyes. Eye pain occurs along with redness, heat and a burning sensation in the eyes. A pressure is felt deep in the eyes. Pain may be experienced above the eyes. There is also blurred vision. Tearing from the eyes may also occur.
2. Natrum Mur – For pain in the forehead and eyes
Natrum Mur is very useful for pain in the forehead and eyes. A feeling is felt that someone is hitting your head. There is a sensation of small hammers hitting the head marked. Heat is felt in the head, along with redness of the face. Headache may be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. A very characteristic feature is that the pain begins at sunrise, is at its peak around noon and lasts until sunset. Tears from the eyes may occur. You may experience a zigzag glare in front of the eyes before a headache develops. The eye pain is made worse by eye movements. At the same time, bright light becomes unbearable for the eyes.
3. Cedron – For pain that occurs at the same time of day (intermittent pain)
A very special feature of using this drug is that pain occurs with a clock-like, precise periodicity, which means that pain appears at the same time of the day. Cedron is great for treating pain in the head and deep in the eyes, forcing the patient to keep his eyes closed. There is marked pain in the eyeballs that also radiates around the eyes. It is accompanied by watery eyes and a burning sensation. Eyes may look red. It is also one of the best medications for pain above the eyes (supraorbital pain). In cases where this is necessary, pain may occur that originates above the eyes and spreads to both the sides and the back of the head.
4. Belladonna – For pain from the side of the head/forehead to the eyes
This medicine is suitable for cases where the pain extends from the side of the head or forehead to the eyes. The pain is aggravated by the movement of the head and eyes and also by the slightest sound. Pain also increases due to bright light. There is relief if you tie the head tightly or press the head with your hands. Redness of the eyes and face may occur. Pain in the head is throbbing, pulsating type.
5. Glonoine – For pain from excessive heat in the head
Glonoin is a useful medicine for throbbing pain in the head, which is worse on the sides of the head and above the eyes. It is accompanied by marked heat in the head. Eyeballs protrude during headaches, along with redness of the eyes. Headaches are made worse by sun exposure. Pain relief occurs by sitting still, lying down and applying pressure to the head.
6. Spigelia – For pain on the left side
Spigelia is a highly recommended medicine for pain in the left side of the head and left eye. It is one of the best medications when the pain starts from the back of the head and then radiates to the top of the head and finally settles over the left side of the eye. It is also indicated if there is pain in the left eye and left side of the head. Headache is made worse by moving and bending over, while there is relief from pressing on the head and taking rest. Excessive eye watering and redness of the eyes on the affected side may be present.
7. Sanguinaria can – for right sided pain
This medicine works well for pain on the right side. It is of great value in the treatment of cases where the pain begins from the back of the head and extends to the top of the head and further to the forehead and settles over the right eye. Headaches get better with sleep and vomiting. Pain in the eyeballs may occur with movement. A burning sensation and dry skin may be felt, followed by excessive watering of the eyes. Redness of the eyes may be present. The person is extra sensitive to noise and smells.
8. Gelsemium – For pain from neck to forehead and eyes
This medicine may be considered if the pain starts from the neck and extends over the head, causing splitting pain in the forehead and eyes. It gets worse when you lie down. In addition, one may feel nauseous and vomit. There may be a feeling of a band around the head. Heaviness is marked in the eyelids, along with dizziness.
9. Phosphorus – for pain that gets better with lying down
Phosphorus is indicated when there is pain in the entire head and eyes, which is better by lying down and also after sleeping. In addition to headaches, people feel tension in the eyes. There is an increased sensitivity to odor and bright light.
Causes of headache along with eye pain
1. Eye strain: Prolonged use of computers or cell phones without breaks can lead to eye strain. It can cause headaches and eye pain. In addition, other symptoms may be felt, such as watery or dry eyes, sensitivity to light, itching, burning sensation in the eyes and pain in the neck and shoulders.
2. Refractive errors: These include myopia and hyperopia. Nearsightedness is a condition in which a person can see nearby objects clearly, but objects further away appear blurry. Hyperopia is a condition in which a person can see far away objects clearly, but the near objects look blurry.
3. Migraine: It is a type of headache in which a throbbing pain usually occurs on one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting. Eye pain may also occur, along with other symptoms such as sensitivity to light, sound, smell, scalp sensitivity and fatigue.
4. Cluster headaches: Such headaches occur in clusters in which a person experiences frequent attacks of pain for weeks to months, the so-called cluster period, followed by a remission period in which there are no headaches for months and years. It causes pain on one side that originates behind or around the eye and can radiate to the head, face or neck. In addition, other accompanying symptoms include excessive tearing from the eyes, redness of the eye on the affected side, swelling around the eye on the affected side, and drooping eyelid or stuffy/runny nose on the affected side.
5. Sinus headaches: This type of headache is caused by blockage of the paranasal sinuses in the forehead, cheeks, behind the nose and eyes. The pain can occur in the forehead, cheeks, root of the nose and behind the eyes, depending on the sinus involved.
6. Tension headaches: This type of headache is often felt as a tight band around the head. It can cause pain behind the eyes, in the head and neck.
7. Glaucoma: It is a serious eye condition caused by increased intraocular pressure in the eyes, which damages the optic nerve. With angle-closure glaucoma, eye pain and headaches occur, along with blurred vision and red eyes. It is a serious condition that requires immediate treatment to prevent vision deterioration and vision loss.