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My eye is bloodshot and hurts when i touch outside of eyelid. no itching. should i see doctor?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Episcleritis: Yes you need to see your ophthalmologist. Red eye which is painful to the touch could be episcleritis which is usually not a very serious problem. It could be other things also so check itout.

Dr Fronzaglia ii, do, ms agreed

Answered 7/3/2015

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Yes: Whenever there is pain associated with redness in an eye it is advisable to see your eye doctor as soon as possible.

Dr Amico Jr and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/11/2017

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