Eye redness usually resolves on its own within a few days.
Nov 10, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Shuai
Introduction
In general, eye redness usually takes 2 to 7 days to resolve on its own. Specifically, if the redness is caused by prolonged eye use, staying up late, or mild eye irritation, it typically subsides within 2 days. In such cases, adequate rest, avoiding further irritation, and maintaining good eye hygiene can help speed up recovery.
Under normal circumstances, eye redness usually takes 2 to 7 days to heal on its own. A detailed explanation is as follows:
If the redness is caused by prolonged eye use, staying up late, or mild eye irritation, it typically subsides within 2 days. In such cases, adequate rest, avoiding further irritation, and maintaining good eye habits can help speed up recovery.
However, if the redness is caused by conditions such as bacterial or viral conjunctivitis, it is usually accompanied by eye discharge and itching. Treatment under a doctor's guidance with medications such as chlortetracycline hydrochloride eye ointment, levofloxacin hydrochloride eye drops, or tobramycin eye drops—which have antibacterial or antiviral effects—may be necessary, and recovery typically takes about 7 days.
If eye redness persists for more than two weeks or is accompanied by other symptoms such as vision loss, severe pain, light sensitivity, or excessive tearing, prompt medical attention is advised to rule out serious conditions. Some severe eye diseases, such as glaucoma or keratitis, may also present with eye redness. Delaying treatment could result in irreversible damage to vision. Therefore, when experiencing eye redness, don't rely solely on rest and wait for spontaneous recovery; closely monitor changes in your condition and seek medical help when necessary.
