How to Stop Eye Spasms?

Rest your eyes and reduce screen time

Get enough sleep

Reduce stress

Stay hydrated

Cut back on caffeine

Avoid alcohol and smoking

Use lubricating eye drops if your eyes are dry

Apply a warm compress to the eye

Take breaks during reading or computer use

Make sure your glasses or contact lens prescription is up to date

Eat a balanced diet with enough magnesium and potassium

Avoid rubbing your eyes

See a doctor if the spasms last more than a few weeks

See a doctor if the spasms affect other parts of your face

See a doctor if you have eye redness, swelling, discharge, or vision changes

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