How to Treat Red Eyes in Monsoon?

By Yashika Goel
18 Jul 2025, 12:00 IST

Indian monsoon and humid weather can trigger bacterial infection and inflammation in the eyelids or eye balls due to polluted rainwater. Tap to read reduce irritation. Tap to read!

Common eye infections

Few of the eye infections include pink eyes, red eyes, funfal infection, inflmmation and discomfort.

Maintain personal hygienne

Maintain good hygienne, wash you hands with saop and water and avoid touching or rubbing your eyes.

Eye hygiene

Use clean towels towels and handkerchiefs. Avpid using goggles or [ersomlised items as they can spread infection.

Avoid makeup

Avoid using eye makeup as it can aggravate the red eyes and can cause swelling. Remove makeup before going to bed.

Cold compress

Use cold compress on your eyelids ro reduce redness. You can also use cold milk compress or artificial teas to reduce redness and dryness.

Contact lenses

Avoid using contact lenses. If you use wash them properly with saline solution. As dirty contact lenses can cause bacterial infections.

Information credits

This information is taken from the Cleveland Clinic website. However, it is always advisable to consult an eye doctor for expert advice.