What causes crust in your eyes?

Discharge is often associated with an eye condition called conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis may be infectious (caused by a viral or bacterial infection), or sterile (caused by allergy, or some other irritant). When conjunctivitis is caused by an infection, it is commonly referred to as pinkeye. read more

Some sleep in your eyes upon waking is normal, but excessive eye discharge, especially if it's green or yellow in color and accompanied by blurry vision, light sensitivity or eye pain, can indicate a serious eye infection or eye disease and should be promptly examined by your eye doctor. read more

The warmth of the washcloth will loosen the crust and allow you to open your eyes. Throwing away old make-up, especially make-up that was used while you had an infection in your eyes, will greatly reduce the chances of the infection coming back. read more

Crusty eyes in the morning is a common condition for children and adults alike. If it continues you should mention this to your children's doctor on your next visit. As with any symptoms regarding the eye, they must be taken seriously. See your doctor emergently if there is any vision change, eye pain or redness in the eye. read more