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- A red eye is one of the clinical signs that most often prompts an urgent consultation.
- There are many causes of red eye, with conjunctivitis being the most common.
- The clinical spectrum of red eye ranges from conditions that usually cause little concern, such as subconjunctival haemorrhage, to extremely serious conditions such as endophthalmitis.
A red eye is one of the clinical signs that most often prompts an urgent consultation.
There are many causes of red eye, with conjunctivitis being the most common.
The clinical spectrum of red eye ranges from conditions that usually cause little concern, such as subconjunctival haemorrhage, to extremely serious conditions such as endophthalmitis.
Consult a specialist for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
This information does not replace an individual medical assessment. Follow the advice of the team looking after you.
Dr. Nuno Lopes · Patient information
Editorial presentation updated on 27 October 2026. Your team's individual instructions take priority.
