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Eye Redness
Alternate Names : Bloodshot Eyes, Conjunctival Injection, Red Eyes, Scleral Injection
Definition
Red eyes are caused by enlarged, dilated blood vessels leading to the appearance of redness on the surface of the eye.
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Overview & Considerations
There are many possible causes of a red eye or eyes. Some are quite concerning, even medical emergencies. Others are of no consequence or concern at all. Surprisingly, the degree of redness or appearance of blood is not the factor that determines what is serious. The most important factors are whether you also have eye pain or impaired vision.
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• Definition
• Eye Redness: Overview & Considerations
• Eye Redness: Common Causes
• Eye Redness: Home Care & Treatment
• Eye Redness: Prevention
• Call your Health Care Provider if
• What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
• Pictures & Images
Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Blepharitis
• Conjunctivitis
• Corneal Ulcers and Infections
• Glaucoma
• Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
• Uveitis
Other Topics
• Eye Emergencies
• Eye Pain
• Sclera
Review Date : 11/12/2003
Reviewed By : Jacqueline A. Hart, M.D., Department of Internal Medicine, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Boston, Ma, and Senior Medical Editor, A.D.A.M., Inc. Previously reviewed by Edward B. Feinberg, M.D., M.P.H., Department of Ophthalmology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (1/28/2002).
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