Question 1

my father is 60yrs old, has recurring bloodshot eye, specialist said growths at back of eye have to be investigated,  is this serious?

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Two things not : Related. The redness of the eye and the back of the eye. Redness is usually a sign that the eyes are dry or inflamed. The growth in the back of the eye involves the retina. Yes, retina growths can be sight threatening and sometimes life threatening.

Question 2

how can i fix my bloodshot eye?

Accepted Answer

No simple answer: Try basic moist compresses, warm and then cold, plain lubricating drops (not the "take the red out" ones!)
if there is pain, light sensitivity and /or decrease vision, seek medical atteniton.

Question 3

what does a bloodshot eye look like?

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Red: If due to inflammation there is moderate redness mostly with some swelling.  If due to hemorrhage, it can be strikingly red which persists until the blood is absorbed.

Question 4

what could be causing one bloodshot eye?

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Some thoughts: Couple common problems can do this: corneal abrasion (scratched eye)-perhaps something got into that eye. Subconjunctival hemorrhage-when a tiny blood vessel beneath the surface of the eye breaks (not always assoc with a known injury). It's usually painless and resolves w/in 2 wks w/o specific tx. If you have other bleeding/bruising problems, high bp, vision loss/changes, significant pain see doc.

Question 5

can  bloodshot eye can be caused by  light?

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Unlikely: Although bright light may irritate u eyes , but at the same time u need ti r/o infection. It is better to see your PCP.

Question 6

what's the best way to treat a bloodshot eye?

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Tx cause: Depends on the cause. If from "pink eye"-time & maybe antibiotic eye drops. If from allergies-tx w/ allergy med. If from subconjunctival hemorrhage (tiny broken blood vessel in 1 eye only)-heals on it's own w/in 2 wks. If from corneal abrasion or ulcer-need to see eye doc for tx. If from lack of sleep-sleep more. If not improving w/ initial tx-pls see your doc. Good luck!

Question 7

what is the recovery time for a bloodshot eye?

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Depends on the cause: See your eye doctor to find out why the eye is bloodshot. Than you can find out how long it will be that way.

Question 8

why do people get extremely bad bloodshot eye?

Accepted Answer

Numerous reasons: The eyes get bloodshot when they are inflamed. The inflammation can be a result of many things including trauma, dryness, infection, allergies and chemicals. See your eye doctor to find the cause so the correct treatment can be applied.

Question 9

what could cause one bloodshot eye with no pain?

Accepted Answer

Many things: If it actually looks like a small amt of blood, could be a subconjunctival hemorrhage, which is common, painless and doesn't affect vision.  Other causes of red eyes (of which there are many) can have an asymmetric presentation, anything from pink eye, blepharitis, dry eye, allergies, hsv conjunctivitis, etc.  Mild cases of these things may not cause pain.

Question 10

what should i do if i wake up with bloodshot eye?

Accepted Answer

Lubricate!: You may have left a small gap open in your lids.  Try some artificial tears.

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