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The red eye

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A red eye is a cardinal sign of ocular inflammation. Most cases are benign and can be managed by the primary care provider. The key is recognizing cases requiring ophthalmological consultation by differentiating between ciliary and conjunctival infection. Ciliary injection indicates inflammation of the cornea, iris, or ciliary body, whereas conjunctival injection mainly affects the posterior conjunctival blood vessels.

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  1. Department of Ophthalmology, University of Arkausar, 5800 W. 10th Suite 205, 72204, Little Rock, AR

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The authors have stated that they do not have a significant financial interest or other relationship with any product manufacturer or provider of services discussed in this article. The authors also do not discuss the use of off-label products, which includes unlbeled, unapproved, or investigative products or devices.

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Roy, H. The red eye. Compr Ther 32, 43–46 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1385/COMP:32:1:43

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