Red Eyes
Red Eye Relief
Red eyes, also called bloodshot eyes, refer to a common condition characterized by a red coloration of the part of the eyes that is normally white (the sclera).
An individual with red eyes might have an entirely pinkish-red sclera or a sclera with small blood vessels which become swollen and more noticeable than usual.
What causes red eyes?
Several factors and eye diseases can cause red eyes. These fall in into three general categories: environmental factors such as allergens and pollution, common eye conditions such as conjunctivitis and dry eye syndrome where red eyes are a symptom, and serious conditions including infections and injuries or trauma to the eye.
Environmental Factors
Common Conditions
Serious Conditions
What can I do if I have red eyes?
We do not recommend using over-the-counter treatments such as calming eye drops without a proper diagnosis. These medications can worsen the condition in the eye and delay access to necessary medical treatment.
Without immediate medial attention serious causes of red eyes can lead to permanent vision damage or loss. It is especially important to see an eye doctor right away, when the onset of red eyes occurs quickly and when you also experience discomfort or blurred vision.
How we diagnose and treat red eyes in our patients
Comprehensive eye care for the entire family
Caring for the health of your eyes and preserving your vision is essential to living a normal life and continuing to enjoy the activities you love. Our clinic believes that everyone should get the best optometry care to maintain and protect their vision at every stage of life.
At Innovision Family Eyecare, our eye doctor, Dr. Sanwari strongly urges patients to schedule an eye exam if they notice eye symptoms or visual disruptions. Schedule an appointment if a child or senior in your home is complaining of vision issues. Getting the care you need, when you need it will ensure the early detection and treatment of any serious eye conditions before they lead to permanent vision loss.
At Innovision Family Eyecare, our eye doctor, Dr. Sanwari strongly urges patients to schedule an eye exam if they notice eye symptoms or visual disruptions. Schedule an appointment if a child or senior in your home is complaining of vision issues. Getting the care you need, when you need it will ensure the early detection and treatment of any serious eye conditions before they lead to permanent vision loss.
During your red eye exam, our eye doctor will perform a comprehensive physical evaluation of your eyes and discuss any other symptoms you are experiencing to determine the underlying cause of your symptoms. Red eye treatment depends on the diagnosed underlying cause. Common treatments for red eye include medicated eye drops, lifestyle adjustments, antibiotics, allergy medications and various dry eye therapies.
With proper diagnosis and a treatment plan, you can live without constant discomfort from red eyes.
Choose an optometrist and clinic that cares about your vision.
Dr. Sanwari and every member of the staff at Innovision Family Eyecare is dedicated to the health of your eyes.
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