Question 1

how are pink eye and blood shot eyes different?

Accepted Answer

Difficult: Even for medical doctors, this is difficult
there is a simple new test that can readily identify pink eye.

Question 2

can you have pink eye and then have blood shot eyes remain two weeks after?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pink eye can last up to two weeks.  There are certain forms of this condition that can cause bloodshot eyes.  As long as there is not pain or decreased vision, and you are not experiencing blood pressure issues, it should resolve within a few weeks of onset.  Certain medications can also cause this, so you may want to get this evaluated.

Question 3

my left eye has been pink on the left and right side and under it it looks kinda like blood shot but a light light pink it doesnt bother me at 
all ?

Accepted Answer

Can be nornal: Mild conjunctival hyperemia (redness) ca result from dryness, chemical exposure , allergy, infection and often just prominent conjunctival vasculature

Question 4

how do i know if i have pink eye or is it just blood shot?

Accepted Answer

Allergic/Viral/Bacte: Pink eye is lay mans term used for redness in the eye which can be caused by different conditions 
allergic conjunctivitis little redness, swelling and itching
viral infection especially adenovirus, herpes zoster, can be with severe pain, intolerance to light and vision problem
baterial infection which will present with redness, discharge and pain
subconjunctival hemorrhage redness only, no pain/itching.

Question 5

when i get sick my eyes get blood shot why?

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Infection response: With upper respiratory infection, the conjunctival blood vessel dilate to bring in more blood and thus defend the eye.  So even if you have no infection in your eyes they may turn red when you get a cold.  
With other infections like urinary tract the eyes should not get red.

Question 6

what might be signs of someone pot b/c her eyes are always really blood shot ?

Accepted Answer

Pot is not the cure: Marijuana will not make the redness better.  In fact it can make it worse.  Dryness and allergy or the chief causes.

Question 7

what does it mean if i have blood shot eyes?

Accepted Answer

Dryness: Fatigue lowers the tear flow and causes some eye redness.  As long as your vision is not affected or the eyes do not hurt or have pus in them, then you can wait a few days for it to clear.  And get some relief from topical lubricant eyedrops.  If persistent then see your ophthalmologist.

Question 8

do symptoms like blood shot eyes go away quickly?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Bloodshot eyes caused by a subconjunctival hemorrhage can take up to 2 weeks or longer to go away. If the eye is pink (inflammation, allergy, infection), it may improve quickly with the appropriate treatment. A trip to the eye doctor can help sort out what is going on and how best to treat it.

Question 9

what is the best way for treating blood shot eyes?

Accepted Answer

Blood shot eyes: Unless this is an infection, rest and hydration is the best advise you can get for this.  

Rest in the dictionary means to 'not work" or "to not work out' "to sleep".

There are eye drops over the counter for this as well, but naturally the first and best strategy is to rest them.

Question 10

could it be something bad if i have blood shot eyes?

Accepted Answer

Maybe but not likely: It is not uncommon to get a subconjunctival hemorrhage once or twice in your life. It is far less common to develop recurrent bouts, such as annually. If this happens more than once per year, have an evaluation. The doctor may recommend some blood work to ensure that you are fine.

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When i get sick my eyes get blood shot why?

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