Dry eye syndrome, or dry eye disease, occurs when the eyes do not make enough tears, or the tears evaporate too quickly because the oil glands are blocked or abnormal.

Symptoms of this condition may include:

Dry eyes
Red eyes
Itchy eyes
Eye pain
Sandy or gritty eyes

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Dry eyes.

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Hay fever

Hay fever is a common allergic condition that affects up to one in five people at some point in their life.

Symptoms of this condition may include:

Watery eyes
Runny nose
Blocked nose
Excessive sneezing
Itchy eyes

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Hay fever.

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Infective conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is redness and inflammation of the thin layer of tissue that covers the front of the eye (conjunctiva).

Symptoms of this condition may include:

Discharge from eyes
Red eyes
Itchy eyes
Eye pain
Sandy or gritty eyes

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Infective conjunctivitis.

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Inflammation of eyelids

Blepharitis is inflammation of the rims of the eyelids, which causes them to become red and swollen.

Symptoms of this condition may include:

Red eyes
Discharge from eyes
Itchy eyes
Swollen eyelid
Eye pain

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Inflammation of eyelids.

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Important: If you have these symptoms, they may be unrelated to any of these conditions listed. If you are concerned about your symptoms then you should see a doctor.

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