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My right eye, above the plica semilunaris, is red and sore. should i be worried?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Only if it does: Not resolve in a day or two.

Dr Bansal agreed

Answered 3/1/2018

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A member asked:

My right eye, above the plica semilunaris, is red and sore. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Dr Bansal agreed

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