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Swollen, red, itchy eye in a child. infection or allergies?
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Red eyes: There are scores of causes for a red itchy eye, two of which you have mentioned. Your pediatrician will need to ask you a few questions in order to determine the correct treatment. If warm compresses do not offer relief, please make an appointment.
Answered 4/13/2012
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Conjunctivitis: Red itchy eyes, sometimes with swelling describes conjunctivitis. There are different causes, from allergic, viral, chemical and bacterial. If it is not resolved in a couple of days, and if there is swelling and green yellow discharge from the eye, have your child evaluated by your doc.
Answered 10/3/2016
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