Eye pain accompanied by nausea is concerning and often indicates serious pressure or inflammatory problems.
Likely ocular causes
Acute angle-closure glaucoma is a leading cause, with very high eye pressure triggering sickness. Severe uveitis and scleritis can also make patients feel unwell.
- Intense eye and head pain with blurred vision and haloes
- Redness, hard eye, and mid-dilated pupil in glaucoma
- Deep ache and light sensitivity in severe uveitis
- Persistent pain despite simple painkillers
When to seek urgent help
Because these conditions threaten sight, prompt hospital assessment is essential. Do not ignore systemic symptoms.
- Attend emergency care immediately for eye pain with vomiting
- Tell clinicians about any recent trauma or surgery
- Bring a list of medications and medical conditions
- Early treatment can dramatically improve outcomes
