If hot compresses for the eyes are applied correctly, there should be no harm to the eyes, but those with serious infections should not apply hot compresses to the eyes, as they can cause the infection to spread. The principle of hot compresses utilizes heat to stretch blood vessels and accelerate blood flow, while relaxing tense muscles. Patients can use hot compresses on the eyes to alleviate eye discomfort, such as soreness and dryness of the eyes. Patients with hot compresses on the eyes, you can also dredge the eyelid glands, to relieve the symptoms of visual fatigue is also a certain help. But hot compresses we must pay attention to the specific method, avoid hot compress temperature is high, or can burn the patient’s skin, and the temperature is too low can not play the role of hot compresses. So we should control the temperature, time and method of hot compress. At the same time, patients with serious infections can not carry out hot compresses for the eye, otherwise it can lead to the spread of infection. It is recommended that patients with ocular discomfort consult a doctor to assess their condition and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment and care.