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My left eye keeps twitching. it's been twitching for about a week now. it will also get red and water. allergy medication doesn't help. ?

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Dr. Corey Clay
Dr. Corey Clayanswered
Allergy and Immunology 11 years experience
Get checked: Allergy would generally cause redness/itching in both eyes equally. The major concern here is infection, which can sometimes be vision threatening if not addressed. Let your primary physician know what is going on immediately. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
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