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Lay term applied to any condition with dilation of conjunctival or ciliary blood vessels; innumerable causes, especially irritation and infection.

Symptoms of Red Eye

The following features are indicative of Red Eye:
  • eye redness
  • eye pain
  • vision problems
  • itching
  • discharge from eyes
  • swelling

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Common Causes of Red Eye

The following are the most common causes of Red Eye:
  • swollen or dilated blood vessels
  • blepharitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • serious bacterial or viral infection
  • inflammation of the uvea
  • cold

Other Causes of Red Eye

The following are the less common causes of Red Eye:
  • acute glaucoma
  • corneal scratches

Risk Factors for Red Eye

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Red Eye:
  • viral or bacterial infections
  • blepharitis
  • conjunctivitis

Prevention of Red Eye

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Red Eye. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • wash hands regularly
  • do not rub the eyes with infected hands
  • apply a warm washcloth to the eyelids for about 1 to 2 minutes after awakening
  • keep eye tools clean
  • wear protective eyewear

Occurrence of Red Eye

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Red Eye cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Very common > 10 Million cases

Common Age Group

Red Eye can occur at any age.

Common Gender

Red Eye can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Red Eye

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Red Eye:
  • Physical examination: To check if the cause is serious and requires immediate attention

Doctor for Diagnosis of Red Eye

Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Red Eye:
  • Ophthalmologist

Complications of Red Eye if untreated

Yes, Red Eye causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Red Eye is left untreated:
  • bacterial infection

Self-care for Red Eye

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Red Eye:
  • Give rest to the eyes: Help providing relief from fatigue or eye strain

Time for Treatment of Red Eye

While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Red Eye to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
  • Within 1 day

Is Red Eye Infectious?

Yes, Red Eye is known to be infectious. It can spread across people via the following means:
  • contact with infected person
  • contaminated objects or water

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Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Red Eye.

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