• My left eye is red and painful. What could be the reason?

I am having a stinging pain in my left eye right at the tear duct and it is red. I washed it a couple of times but it didn't get better. It didn't get worse either. Could it be some kind of infection?

7 Answers

  • Ophthalmologist
  • San Juan, PR

Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.

  • Ophthalmologist
  • Brookfield, OH

It could be an infection see an Ophthalmologist ASAP.

  • Ophthalmologist
  • Allentown, PA

Yes it could be an infection. Please see an ophthalmologist and get checked (it should be covered by your medical insurance, not vision insurance)

  • Ophthalmologist
  • Brooklyn, NY

Your symptoms definitely require an eye exam, as the possibilities of what you could have are too numerous to list

Best regards,

David J. Pinhas, M.D.

  • Ophthalmologist
  • Singapore,

It's likely to be an infection at the tear duct.

  • Ophthalmologist
  • Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Yes, it could represent a blocked tear duct that might be infected. You need to be seen by an eye care professional.

  • Ophthalmologist
  • Encino, CA

It might be angular conjunctivitis. Have an eye exam to get proper treatment for it.

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