ADVICE FROM OUR WOMAN’S WEEKLY DOCTOR
Redness in your eye happens when tiny blood vessels under its surface swell or becomes inflamed. It’s usually a reaction to something irritating one or both eyes, and it can develop over time or appear suddenly.
Common simple causes of red eye include allergies, blepharitis, conjunctivitis, dry eye or a minor eye injury. There’s usually nothing to worry about, and it will often get better on its own, but you need to be aware of when, sometimes, it’s serious and needs urgent medical help.
Many different conditions can cause it, and your symptoms will point to why you have it. A
