Causes Of Red Eyes In Children

What are red eyes?

Before we talk about red eyes in children, it is important to understand how the eyes work. This is especially true of the conjunctiva where the tears come from. These are membranes that cover the eyes and their primary job is to protect and moisturize them. 

Red eyes are where the blood vessels pop up in the eye. It is the bloodstain you see lodging in the conjunctiva of the eye. However, it does not cross the corneal limbus.

There are steps you can take to prevent red eyes. Furthermore, there are many different things that can trigger it. In fact, the primary cause of red eyes is an increase in blood pressure in the eyes. Children can also get it from accidents or a blow to the eye.

Other causes of these blood spots in the eyes are:

• Severe cough or sneezing
• Too hard rubbing in the eyes
• If an object is inserted into the eye
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• If you take certain medications that change the way your blood coagulates
• Hematological diseases

Should I worry about red eyes in children?

If the blood stain is small and has occurred after a fall or an accident, it will probably go away within a day or two.

When it is a big spot or it happens repeatedly, then you should go to the doctor. That way, the doctor can make an accurate diagnosis, and then the doctor will give you the best treatment.

Most of the time  , red eyes in children are not dangerous and it is not necessary to treat it. Within a week, the blood should disappear without any side effects or pain.

If your child has other symptoms, such as itching or watery eyes, it may be a good idea to see an ophthalmologist. You should also see an ophthalmologist if your child is unable to see well.

Protect your child’s sight

Eye injuries are more common than you might think because this area is very sensitive. It is often a target for accidents and injuries. It can cause red eyes if children do not play properly with toys, there is not enough security in the home, they have access to certain tools or objects or are poorly supervised by their parents.

However, it can also happen while parents are watching their children play or when they are playing gently. Accidents in the home, or anywhere, can happen at any time. Is it then at all possible to avoid eye injuries? Not quite, but in a way. Here are some tips:

• Do not have sharp or dangerous objects within the reach of children. For example, do not have such things on the table, on the edge of the kitchen table or on the floor.
• Buy sunglasses or goggles for sports.
• Find toys that are appropriate for your child’s age. You should also not buy toys that can be used as projectiles.
• Place safety barriers or locking mechanisms so that your child can not fall down the stairs  (if you have a staircase) or hit his head on certain furniture.

Conclusion on red eyes in children

Red eyes in children are very common and it can occur for various reasons. Therefore, when it does occur, do not panic. You should also not give your child aspirin or other medications that can cause bleeding.

Try to make sure your child is not doing dangerous activities. You also need to make sure that your child gets enough sleep,  both at night and in the afternoon. If you notice that your child rubs a lot in his eyes, cover them with bandage. You can actually play pirates and leave it on for a long time.

Finally, if your child often has bloodshot eyes, feels pain or cannot see very well, take him or her to the doctor immediately.