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Sticky Eyes

Sticky eyes are caused due to infection. The eyes become sticky due to the accumulation of dust, skin cells, oil, and mucus. Hot or cold compress is the best remedy for sticky eyes. In addition, a damp cloth can help clean and relieve the dust from the eyes.

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I have been experiencing thick, white, sticky strings in my eyes recently. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am experiencing an issue where my eyes have been producing thick, white, sticky strings recently. Can you help me identify the cause?  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. From your description, it sounds like you may be experiencing an increase in eye discharge or mucus production. There could be several potential causes for this, including: Dry Eyes: Insufficient tear production can ca...  Read Full »

My eyes get stuck on awakening. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am wondering about my eye condition. I have had Symblepharon and I may have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (awaiting diagnosis). I have general tissue fragility. My skin will stretch more than normal, hypermobility of my joints due to fragile stretchy tendons and ligaments that provide poor sup...  Read Full »


Dr. Shikha Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read all of your complaints. Regarding Ehler-Danlos syndrome (loose joints - rubber man syndrome) may be possible and that would be confirmed only on your reports. Based on the photo you have sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it does not s...  Read Full »

I am experiencing infection symptoms despite taking antibiotics.

Query: Hello doctor, I have had swollen glands, sore throat, pressure in my ears, sticky eyes, and fatigue for the past 82 days. The blood work looks good. I have tested negative for HIV, thyroid, and STDs. I do not have COVID-19. There are no signs of anemia or significant infection. The Epstein-Barr vir...  Read Full »


Dr. Basuki Nath Bhagat

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query. I am glad to read that all of your tests related to infection came back negative. The opinion of the ENT (ear, nose, and throat) also revealed no significant finding. There is no sign of STD (sexually transmitted disease) or any other infecti...  Read Full »

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