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Red eyes and Eye pain
Conditions
Dry eyes
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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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.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Measles
Measles is a highly infectious viral illness that can be very unpleasant and sometimes lead to serious complications.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- White spots inside cheeks
- Skin rash
- Runny nose
- Loss of appetite
- High temperature
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Measles.
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Uveitis
Uveitis is inflammation of the middle layer of the eye, called the uvea or uveal tract.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Red eyes
- Eye pain
- Spots moving across field of vision
- Eyes sensitive to light
- Loss of outer vision
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Uveitis.
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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.
