Dealing with Red Eyes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Red eyes indicate dilation or irritation of blood vessels on the eye surface, often caused by allergies, infections, or dryness. Proper diagnosis is essential.
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Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Red Eyes FAQ


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What is a red eye?

A “red eye” is a general term to describe red, irritated and bloodshot eyes. The redness happens when tiny blood vessels under your eye’s surface get larger or become inflamed. Usually, it’s a reaction to something irritating your eye. Redness can affect one or both eyes.

What does redness of the eye mean?

Redness of the eye, also called bloodshot eyes, can indicate the presence of several different health issues. While some of these issues are benign, others are serious and require emergency medical attention. The redness of your eye may be a cause for concern.

What are the symptoms of red eye?

Red eye can occur in one or both eyes, and it can be associated with several symptoms, including: In some cases, bloodshot eyes may have no symptoms other than redness. Red or bloodshot eyes are very common and have many causes. Red eye usually is a symptom of other eye conditions that can range from benign to serious.

What does red eye look like?

The appearance of red eye can vary widely. It can look like there are several squiggly pink or red lines on the sclera or the entire sclera may appear diffusely pink or red. Red eye can occur in one or both eyes, and it can be associated with several symptoms, including: In some cases, bloodshot eyes may have no symptoms other than redness.

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