1. Eye Irritation and Discharge:
The patient has a history of sleeping with their eyes open, leading to frequent dryness, itching, and white eye discharge. Light sensitivity exacerbates the symptoms, suggesting chronic irritation, possibly due to environmental exposure, allergies, or an underlying infection.
2. Sneezing, Swelling, and Mucus Production:
Estifanos has reported persistent sneezing and noticeable swelling, particularly around the nasal passages and possibly affecting the eyes. Excessive mucus production has also been a significant concern. These symptoms have been ongoing for 5 months and are suggestive of chronic inflammation, possibly due to allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, or a respiratory infection.
3. Nasal Symptoms and Sensation of Brain Pressure:
The patient also describes sensations of pressure in the brain, accompanied by unusual smells, which could indicate sinus involvement, further complicated by the persistent sneezing and mucus buildup.