Question 1

why do i get small red blotches under my eyes but don't stay there all day?

Accepted Answer

Red eyelids: The most common cause for temporary redness of the eyelids is rubbing.  I urge you to try to stop touching or rubbing your eyes.  If you have irritation, check with your eye doctor as to a cause for the irritation.

Question 2

i always have like a small clear jelly substance in my eyes and i have to blink a lot to get rid of it. what is that?

Accepted Answer

Mucus: More than likely this is mucus which is usually present in small quantities but can accumulate during sleep. As long as there is no discomfort, redness, thick discharge or visual symptoms, I don't think there's a problem. An ophthalmologist can evaluate and advise you if you still have concerns.

Question 3

contact lens: are my eyes too small or do i have to get used to not blinking when i put them on?  something's not working.

Accepted Answer

Maybe not used to it: If you are not used to contact lenses it might be hard to wear them at first, but it should get easier with time.  Glasses are also good, but they can also take time to get used to.  It is good to be able to use both.  If the problems persist, see your eye doctor.

Question 4

i have small bumps inside my eyes and i get mucus in them during the whole day specialy in the mornings what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Allergy or infection: That could be allergies or an infection. If it has been like this for weeks then try zaditor (ketotifen) for allergies. Otc drops. See your doctor to make sure they are not infected.

Question 5

what to do if i have a small blind spot in my eyes is it possible that it would get larger?

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Not normally: Each eye has a small blind spot located about 15 degrees outside of the center of fixation.

Enlargement of the blind spot can occur with glaucoma and various diseases of the optic nerves including papilledema from increased intracranial pressure.

Question 6

pressure on eyes and when i close my eyes, look down and open eyes i get bad double vision. is this concerning or just something small?

Accepted Answer

See ophthalmologist: Closing your eyes breaks up the binocular vision and and may bring out a drifting of the eyes called a phoria. This would give you momentary double vision. See an ophthalmologist. Glasses or eye exercises may be needed.

Question 7

my 5 month old has small pupils. they are totally equal in size, respond to light and definitely get bigger, but they just never get really big. dr checked her eyes and said it's fine, it's just her and she has very light eyes. ok?

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Its fine: If a doctor has examined the baby and is not concerned, its fine

Question 8

hi i have vitiligo i used benoquin (monobenzone) to union the color of my body. i still got small spots on the face around the eyes? where to get real benoquin (monobenzone)?

Accepted Answer

Protect your eyes: Keep this stuff out of your eyes! and if you get some in, rinse immediately and consider seeing a doctor.

Question 9

i have these wave sensation running across my head and upper back. it's like a small electrical shock. more so when i'm walking around or standing. it seems connected to my eyes. when i move my eyes quickly, i get the sensation. started a day ago.

Accepted Answer

Dysautonomia: Dysautonomia syndrome causes different symptoms alleviated by avoidance of stimulants, ensuring  hydration, using magnesium, vitamin D &amp; omega fish oils (www.cardiamin.com,  use code: CMC), low dose beta blockers e.g. propranolol  5 to 10mg 2 to 3 times daily and SSRIs e.g. citalopram 5 to 10mg daily. Read Dr. Ronald Hoffman’s MVP book (www.Amazon.com) and visit www.dysautonomiainternational.o

Question 10

i need to get surgery to get rid of two small, black dots in the back of my sclera. they have increased in size, and since they came, my eyes have been hurting. can you tell me the name of surgery or procedure that i heard of that will get rid of the smal

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Nevus: It's called conjunctival nevus or melanosis.  it's most likely not on the back of sclera but on the conjunctiva which covers the sclera.  It's similar to birth mark or mole on the skin.  It can excised, pls consult ophthalmologist for options. these are some links: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17972544
http://eyewiki.org/Conjunctival_Melanocytic_Tumors

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Why do i get small red blotches under my eyes but don't stay there all day?

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I always have like a small clear jelly substance in my eyes and i have to blink a lot to get rid of it. what is that?

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Contact lens: are my eyes too small or do i have to get used to not blinking when i put them on? something's not working.

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I have small bumps inside my eyes and i get mucus in them during the whole day specialy in the mornings what does that mean?

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What to do if i have a small blind spot in my eyes is it possible that it would get larger?

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Pressure on eyes and when i close my eyes, look down and open eyes i get bad double vision. is this concerning or just something small?

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My 5 month old has small pupils. they are totally equal in size, respond to light and definitely get bigger, but they just never get really big. dr checked her eyes and said it's fine, it's just her and she has very light eyes. ok?

A member asked:

Hi i have vitiligo i used benoquin (monobenzone) to union the color of my body. i still got small spots on the face around the eyes? where to get real benoquin (monobenzone)?

A member asked:

I have these wave sensation running across my head and upper back. it's like a small electrical shock. more so when i'm walking around or standing. it seems connected to my eyes. when i move my eyes quickly, i get the sensation. started a day ago.

A member asked:

I need to get surgery to get rid of two small, black dots in the back of my sclera. they have increased in size, and since they came, my eyes have been hurting. can you tell me the name of surgery or procedure that i heard of that will get rid of the smal

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