Question 1

why do eyes get bloodshot from lack of sleep?

Accepted Answer

Dark circles: Lack of sleep causes fatigue which causes paleness of the skin, allowing the blood underneath the skin to become more visible & appear darker.

Question 2

what are reasons why your eyes become bloodshot when you have a lack of sleep?

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Dryness/friction: Lack of adequate tear production, dryness and friction cause blood vessel irritation and increased redness
use of excessive caffeine to stay awake aggravates this dryness.

Question 3

bloodshot eyes in the morning, even when sleep well/not hungover. what else could it be?

Accepted Answer

Dryness: Do you sleep under a ceiling fan?
Do you sleep with contacts on?
Use a thick artificial tear product at bed time, and start taking omega three products if approved by your medical doctors.
If there is itching present, you may have an allergy issue involved also.

Question 4

my 4yr old son has bloodshot eyes and said his head hurts really bad. so much so it woke him up from sleep. what would you do if it were your child?

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Really bad headache: If it were my 4 year old, i would have him see his pediatrician asap.

Question 5

i am experiencing red or bloodshot eyes (side: one eye), headache (severity: mild) (time frame: gradual) (occurred: > 3 hours) (side: all sides) (worsened by: being tired) (unaffected by: bending forward, changes in sleep pattern, sneeze or cough, psychol

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Ophthalmologist...: Thanks for the excellent description of symptoms. Headaches can have complex causes. Based on the above description one should see a good Eye Doctor, Ophthalmologist first and then other appropriate Specialists if indicated until the problem is resolved.

Question 6

my sister is experiencing  itchy eyes and memory problems (quality: difficulty remember distant past events, difficulty remembering recent events) . the following also describe her: watery eyes, feeling depressed, trouble sleeping, red or bloodshot eyes,

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Itchy eyes: The eye symptoms are most likely related to allergies (itchy) and tear film insufficiency (the tearing).  The redness can be from both. She should use lubricating eye drops and topical antihistamines. The memory problems are probably not related to the eye problems.

Question 7

painful and burning eyes from lack of sleep : tried home remedies and otc drops ,  want something effective . p,s: good sleep is essential , i agree?

Accepted Answer

? infection: not just eye strain, you need to see your doctor as you may need prescription medications, good luck

Question 8

how could i best remove black rings under my eyes from lack of sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: No medicine is available for that
you just have to make an effort to sleep better.

Question 9

how can i  get rid of dark eyes from lack of sleep?

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Depends: The best way is to catch up on your sleep but in the meantime get a good concealer at the makeup counter!

Question 10

how do you get rid of dark circles around your eyes from lack of sleep?

Accepted Answer

Dark Circles: Circles under eye can be due to: allergy "allergic shiners", fatigue, genetic variation, aging.  Lower lid skin is very thin so blood vessels under skin can make area look dark. Topical creams/fillers can help hide circles: only mask condition with no cure. What helps: drink 8 cups water/day,  sunblock, hat, enough rest; avoid rubbing; makeup; facial plastic surgery when severe; allergist can help.

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Bloodshot eyes from lack of sleep

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Why do eyes get bloodshot from lack of sleep?

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What are reasons why your eyes become bloodshot when you have a lack of sleep?

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Bloodshot eyes in the morning, even when sleep well/not hungover. what else could it be?

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My 4yr old son has bloodshot eyes and said his head hurts really bad. so much so it woke him up from sleep. what would you do if it were your child?

A member asked:

I am experiencing red or bloodshot eyes (side: one eye), headache (severity: mild) (time frame: gradual) (occurred: > 3 hours) (side: all sides) (worsened by: being tired) (unaffected by: bending forward, changes in sleep pattern, sneeze or cough, psychol

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My sister is experiencing itchy eyes and memory problems (quality: difficulty remember distant past events, difficulty remembering recent events) . the following also describe her: watery eyes, feeling depressed, trouble sleeping, red or bloodshot eyes,

A member asked:

Painful and burning eyes from lack of sleep : tried home remedies and otc drops , want something effective . p,s: good sleep is essential , i agree?

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How could i best remove black rings under my eyes from lack of sleep?

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How can i get rid of dark eyes from lack of sleep?

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How do you get rid of dark circles around your eyes from lack of sleep?

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