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Is it normal for my eyes to burn really bad, be watery, and turn red while i am starting to get sick?

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Dr. Amin Ashrafzadeh answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Not infrequent!: Make sure you drink lots of fluids and keep hydrated!

Answered 12/31/2012

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