Are your eyes red? It could be because of dryness, or an immune response to dust, allergens or viral or bacterial infection. The immune response to such triggers increases blood flow to the surface of the eye, which then appears red.

In the article, Dr Jay Siak, Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist at Eagle Eye Centre, says that some red eyes are caused by benign conditions, but others can threaten vision. He adds that patients should avoid self-diagnosing if there is pain or any change in vision, "Red eyes are common, but persistent redness, recurring symptoms or vision changes shouldn‘t not be brushed off he says." Sometimes the visible redness is only one part of the picture. A proper eye check can help identify whether itis minor, recurring, or inked to something more serious”...

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