What it is
It is usually treated with steroid eye drops, and sometimes tablets or injections. Eye drops that widen the pupil can ease pain.
It can come back, so knowing the early signs and seeing an eye specialist quickly matters.
Common signs
- A red, painful eye
- Blurred or cloudy vision
- Sensitivity to light
- Floaters
- Pain that gets worse when focusing
How it is usually diagnosed
- Eye examination with a slit lamp
- Eye pressure test
- Sometimes blood tests or scans to look for a cause
Records worth keeping
Keeping these together makes each appointment easier, especially when you see a new doctor:
- Ophthalmology letters
- Eye examination reports
- Blood test results
- Medicine lists
Questions to ask your doctor
- Is there an underlying cause?
- How long do I need the eye drops?
- What should I do if it comes back?
When to get help right away
Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- A painful red eye with blurred vision or sensitivity to light: get urgent help from an eye specialist the same day
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a doctor who knows your history. Medfold keeps your records organised; it does not interpret them.