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What's wrong with my eyes. it feels swollen and is very red around the pupil. my vision isn't impaired though. is it some kind of infection?

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Dr. Jay Bradley
Dr. Jay Bradleyanswered
Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery 19 years experience
Maybe: Redness around the cornea overlying the white of the eye is a non-specific finding. It could be a sign of bacterial or viral conjunctivitis but it could be a lot of other issues. You should see an eye doctor if it worsens or do not resolve. You could try artificial tears in the meantime.
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Dr. Michael Mund
Dr. Michael Mundanswered
Ophthalmology 60 years experience
Red eyes: Your description of your symptoms indicates some significant inflammatory problem in your eyes.See your ophthalmologist for an exam.
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Dr. Luis Villaplana
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