• Med. Clin. North Am. · May 2017

    Review

    Ocular Emergencies: Red Eye.

    • Andreina Tarff and Ashley Behrens.
    • The Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 400 North Broadway, Suite 4001, Baltimore, MD 21231, USA.
    • Med. Clin. North Am. 2017 May 1; 101 (3): 615-639.

    Abstract"Red eye" is used as a general term to describe irritated or bloodshot eyes. It is a recognizable sign of an acute/chronic, localized/systemic underlying inflammatory condition. Conjunctival injection is most commonly caused by dryness, allergy, visual fatigue, contact lens overwear, and local infections. In some instances, red eye can represent a true ocular emergency that should be treated by an ophthalmologist. A comprehensive assessment of red eye conditions is required to preserve the patients visual function. Severe ocular pain, significant photophobia, decreased vision, and history of ocular trauma are warning signs demanding immediate ophthalmological consultation.Copyright © 2017 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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