When redness of the eyes requires consulting a doctor

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Eye redness is a common problem that can affect one or both eyes at once. This condition occurs due to blood vessels on the surface of the eyeball, which expand due to infection or any irritant. Among the main reasons for going to the hospital, ophthalmologists named severe pain in the eyes and sharp deterioration of vision.

According to specialists from the Mayo Clinic, short periods of eye redness are usually not cause for concern. A condition that persists for several days should be alarmed, especially if it is accompanied by mucous or purulent discharge.

Emergency help should be provided for redness of the eyes when:

• it worsens sharply vision;
• severe headache, eye pain or unusual sensitivity to light occurs;
• nausea and vomiting appear;
• sensation of a foreign object in the eye;
• swelling around the eyes;
• difficulty opening or keeping the eyes open.