Eyes turn red and uncomfortable when something gets in the eyes. Irrigation with artificial tears or clean water should relieve the irritation within a day. If the discomfort persists, it may be a ...

Surgery Similarly, surgical procedures around the eye can result in sensitivity to light. If the surgery was only for one eye, only that side will have this side effect.

During allergy season, or when your eyes look red, itchy and dry, it may be tempting to turn to eye-whitening drops to make them look brighter and healthier.