Question 1

why do i have a red bloodshot eye?

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See ophthalmologist: Before treatment can be started, a reason for your condition must be determined.  Make an appointment with an ophthalmologist.

Question 2

i have a really red, bloodshot eye. what could it be?

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Hard to say: without more details and an exam. Could be many things. If it is persistent, then I would recommend having it looked at. Good luck.

Question 3

very red bloodshot eye in corner. followed by headache on that side. serious?

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Could be serious: See a doctor now, especially if there is a change in your vision or pain in your eye too

Question 4

i have a red/bloodshot eye (r eye only) . i landed 2 hrs ago after a 5 hour plane ride. i'm taking advil (less than daily max) for menstrual cramps...

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Red eye: T?his could represent the effect of a dry eye with low humidity in the airplane environment affecting one ye more noticeable than the other, or it could be the effect of a conjunctivitis, if there is crusting or a discharge.  An ophthalmologist can provide you with an answer and appropriate therapy.

Question 5

my 6 year old has a red bloodshot eye gunk in it and dry nasty  cough sore throat been like this all day what could i give him what could it be  pleas?

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Rhinoconjuctivitis: Different causes could lead to this problem. The 1st step is to clean his eyes with regular tap water and have him rinse his nose to clear away mucous. IF symptoms have been present for more that 4-5 days and he's also complained of ear discomfort, you should take him to the doctor because in some cases he may also have an ear infection and need an antibiotic eye drop and even an oral antibiotic.

Question 6

i am experiencing  eye pain (side: deep eye pain, right) (quality: sore or burning, deep eye pain) . the following also describe me: red or bloodshot eyes, eye irritation, light sensitivity, cloudy or blurred vision, vision loss, and headache. what should

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Should be in ER: Shouldn't even waste time and read this answer

Question 7

i just used bloodshot eye drops to take away the redness however, now theres a stinging pain and it slighltly took the redness away.

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Dry eye: This suggests you have a dry eye syndrome and using the  appropriate  drops...starting with arificial tears and advancing, should be effective.  Use drops as often as needed  You will get no benefit by keeping them in the container.

Question 8

how to get rid of a bloodshot eye?  i have had a red speck in my eye since i was a little girl.  is there any way to clear it up?

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Maybe : Episodically red eyes may be from dryness, allergies, lack of sleep, environmental conditions/exposures, etc.  A trial of preservative free artificial tears 4 to 6 times/day during the "red-eye" time may be helpful.For itchy eyes, a medication like Zaditor (ketotifen) may relieve symptoms. The red spot you describe maybe a Nevus, Angioma, melanosis, or other, all of which requires exam. It won't go away.

Question 9

bloodshot eye everyday, red/sore eye as soon as i wake up in the morning. glaucoma or just dry eye? 20 yo asian male; no family history of glaucoma.

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Red eye: Not enough information,  is there tearing, eye pain, blurry vision,  any other symptoms such as fever, sore throat,  swollen glands, cracked red lips, any allergy symptoms, cough,  how long you had it ? You need to see your 1ry care physician &amp; ophthalmologist.  Feel better.  Good luck.

Question 10

i get one red eye every few weeks, its always the same eye and it tends to happen over night so i wake up with a blood shot eye!

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See your doc: you ought to have this problem checked out by either an ophthalmologist or your family doc

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Why do i have a red bloodshot eye?

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I have a really red, bloodshot eye. what could it be?

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Very red bloodshot eye in corner. followed by headache on that side. serious?

A member asked:

I have a red/bloodshot eye (r eye only) . i landed 2 hrs ago after a 5 hour plane ride. i'm taking advil (less than daily max) for menstrual cramps...

A member asked:

My 6 year old has a red bloodshot eye gunk in it and dry nasty cough sore throat been like this all day what could i give him what could it be pleas?

A member asked:

I am experiencing eye pain (side: deep eye pain, right) (quality: sore or burning, deep eye pain) . the following also describe me: red or bloodshot eyes, eye irritation, light sensitivity, cloudy or blurred vision, vision loss, and headache. what should

A member asked:

I just used bloodshot eye drops to take away the redness however, now theres a stinging pain and it slighltly took the redness away.

A member asked:

How to get rid of a bloodshot eye? i have had a red speck in my eye since i was a little girl. is there any way to clear it up?

A member asked:

Bloodshot eye everyday, red/sore eye as soon as i wake up in the morning. glaucoma or just dry eye? 20 yo asian male; no family history of glaucoma.

A member asked:

I get one red eye every few weeks, its always the same eye and it tends to happen over night so i wake up with a blood shot eye!

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