Excessive blinking - Treatment in Pune
Dr Rajeev Raut Eye Clinic Raut Eye Care

Excessive blinking is a condition in which the eye blinks more than it normally would. It is also known as myokymia.People who suffer from excessive blinking often experience irritation in their eyes which can lead to discomfort and even headaches.Excessive blinking can be caused by a variety of factors such as dry eyes, fatigue, stress, or a neurological disorder.It is important to get excessive blinking treated because it can lead to vision problems like blurred vision and difficulty focusing.Treatment for excessive blinking typically includes using eye drops and lubricating ointments to reduce irritation and dryness, as well as stress reduction techniques. In more serious cases, doctors may recommend medications or surgery to help reduce the blinking.

1. Are you experiencing any pain or discomfort in your eyes?
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2. Do you have any difficulty in focusing or concentrating your eyes?
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3. Are you feeling anxious or stressed?
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1. Stress or anxiety
2. Allergies
3. Dry eyes
4. Blepharitis
5. Conjunctivitis
6. Eye strain
7. Refractive errors
8. Irritation from contact lenses
9. Eye injury
10. Tumors or neurological disorders

1. Medical Treatment
1. Relaxation techniques: Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness can help reduce stress, which can be a cause of excessive blinking.
2. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is a form of therapy that can help reduce stress, anxiety, and other underlying causes of excessive blinking.
3. Anticholinergics: Anticholinergics are medications that can help reduce the frequency and intensity of excessive blinking.
4. Biofeedback: Biofeedback is a technique that teaches patients to control involuntary body functions, such as excessive blinking, through relaxation and visualized signals.
5. Botox: Botox injections can be used to reduce the tension in the muscles of the eyelids, thus reducing the frequency of blinking.
2. Surgical Treatment
1. Botulinum toxin injection: This treatment involves a series of small injections of Botox into the face to help relax the muscles that cause the excessive blinking.
2. Myectomy: This is a surgical procedure that involves removing the muscles around the eyelids that cause excessive blinking.
3. Resection of the lacrimal gland: This is a surgical procedure that involves removing the gland that produces tears, which can help reduce excessive blinking.
4. Eyelid surgery: This procedure involves altering the structure of the eyelids to reduce the amount of blinking.
5. Tarsorrhaphy: This is a procedure where the eyelids are partially sewn together to reduce the amount of light that enters the eye, thus reducing excessive blinking.
3. Home Remedies