What Causes Bloodshot Eyes?
10. Patient Education
Some home remedies that may help with bloodshot eyes include artificial tears, antihistamine eye drops, steroid eye drops, and placement of cool compresses. These eyedrops should be available over the counter. Some causes of bloodshot eyes can be prevented by avoiding triggers (such as pet dander, allergens, smoke, and fumes) and by practicing good hand hygiene. Seek professional opinion if the symptoms persists more than a week.
Those who have a yellowish or greenish discharge, experience sensitivity to light, fever, pain around or in the eyes, or symptoms that persists more than a week should see a doctor as prescription medication may be required. Bloodshot eyes due to an injury or trauma should be evaluated by a medical professional to ensure that vision is not permanently affected.
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