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    Eye irritation and Frequent squinting

    WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms eye irritation and frequent squinting including Hay fever, Nearsightedness, and Pink eye (conjunctivitis).

    There are 9 conditions associated with eye irritation and frequent squinting. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

    • Hay fever

      Hay fever, an allergic reaction to outdoor pollens and molds, causes nasal congestion, itchy eyes, and more.

    • Nearsightedness

      Nearsightedness is a common eye problem that causes blurry, distant vision.

    • Pink eye (conjunctivitis)

      Pinkeye is redness and swelling of the membrane that lines the eyelid, called the conjunctiva.

    • Contact lens use

      Wearing contact lenses instead of glasses can sometimes cause eye discomfort, irritation, or infection.

    • Lazy eye

      Lazy eye occurs when the brain favors one eye over the other.

    • Lyme disease

      Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread through tick bites; symptoms include rash, fever chills, and more.

    • Astigmatism

      Astigmatism is a common eye problem causing blurry vision, difficulty seeing details and eye strain headaches.

    • Dry eyes

      Symptoms of dry eyes include a gritty sensation, pain, light sensitivity, eye redness, burning, and stinging.

    • Farsightedness (presbyopia)

      Presbyopia causes an inability to focus on close objects, and headaches or eyestrain when working or reading.

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