- male
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've got this red spot in my eye, and while it's not really painful, I'm worried about what might be causing it. Could this be a sign of something serious? Is it potentially harmful? What should I do about it?
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That could be due to congestion,rest your eyes for a day or so,if it's becoming worse visit Ophthalmologist for evaluation and appropriate management
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