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How long do bloodshot eyes last after putting eye drops in?

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Bloodshot eyes/eyedr: Some eyedrops, specially antibiotic eyedrops may cause temporary redness of the eyes which resolves short time later.

Dr Friedland agreed

Answered 6/22/2014

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