Red Eye
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Red eye is a sign, not a disease in itself, that indicates redness of the eye surface due to dilation of the blood vessels. It can be due to mild and passing causes or to conditions that require attention.
Common causes: irritation, allergies, dryness, infections, or contact with foreign bodies.
Symptoms that may accompany it: burning, tearing, a gritty sensation, discharge, or sensitivity to light.
When to seek care? If the redness is accompanied by severe pain, changes in vision, or does not improve, the prudent thing is to have it evaluated. The ophthalmologist is the professional to examine the eye and identify the source of the redness.
Data on 3,385 doctors who treat red eye
Which specialist treats red eye?
For red eye, it's best to see an ophthalmologist, who can identify the cause (infection, allergy, irritation) and provide proper care. A general practitioner can do an initial assessment, and in cases involving trauma or a foreign object, a general surgeon may also be involved.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in red eye
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Sarish del Real
Dr. Eduardo Guardiola García
Dr. Juan Rivas Najera
Dr. Benjamín Cantú López
Dr. Mario Alfonso Saenz Salinas
Dr. Rafael Regalado Salinas
Frequently asked questions
What is red eye?
Red eye is a sign, not a disease in itself, that indicates redness of the eye surface due to dilation of the blood vessels. It can be due to mild and passing causes or to conditions that require attention.
Which doctor treats red eye?
For red eye, it's best to see an ophthalmologist, who can identify the cause (infection, allergy, irritation) and provide proper care. A general practitioner can do an initial assessment, and in cases involving trauma or a foreign object, a general surgeon may also be involved.