Are your eyes redder than usual?
or sitting in front of the computer—can also create redness. Some of these issues will resolve on their own, but other times, bloodshot eyes can indicate a severe condition that requires medical attention, such as glaucoma, uveitis, or infection.According to the National Eye Institute, glaucoma is"a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision." Caused by increased eye pressure, glaucoma.
The symptoms of glaucoma can be mild and gradual, and often people don't realize that they have the condition. Bloodshot eyes can be a warning sign—and an opportunity to treat the problem, as the damage caused by glaucoma is irreversible. There are different . The National Eye Institute people with diabetes, Latinos over 60, African Americans over 40, and those with a family history of glaucoma are at increased risk.A type of eye inflammation called uveitis could also be behind your bloodshot eyes. The Mayo Clinic explains that the exact cause of uveitis is not always known, but possiblecan include an infection, and autoimmune or inflammatory disorder, an eye injury, side effects of medication, and, rarely, cancer.
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