Light Sensitivity
Discomfort or pain when looking at light, which can accompany migraine, eye inflammation, or meningitis.
What is Light Sensitivity?
Light Sensitivity is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Light Sensitivity that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Light Sensitivity
The following conditions have been associated with Light Sensitivity. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Concussion
A mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow to the head or body that shakes the brain, leading to headache, confusion...
Conjunctivitis
Inflammation of the conjunctiva (pink eye) caused by infection or allergy, causing redness, itching, and discharge.
Dry Eye Syndrome
Insufficient tears to lubricate the eye, causing dryness, burning, and irritation.
Herpes Zoster
A painful rash (shingles) caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, often with burning pain before the rash ...
Measles
A highly contagious viral infection causing fever, cough, runny nose, and a characteristic red rash.
Meningitis
Inflammation of the membranes around the brain and spinal cord, usually caused by infection. Can be life-threatening.
Migraine
A neurological condition causing recurrent moderate-to-severe headaches, often with nausea, light sensitivity, and visua...
Uveitis
Inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea), causing eye pain, redness, and light sensitivity.
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Light Sensitivity is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.