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Eye will turn red on the outside/focusing on objects hurts the closer it gets. both eyes do it, but only 1 @ a time. lasts 4-7 days.
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Red eyes: The main cause for red eyes is dryness. You can try some artificial tear drops initially, but is sounds like something else is going on with your eyes, this can only be diagnosed with an eye exam. See an eye doctor!
Answered 2/18/2013
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