New Braunfels eye care
Red eye and eye infections in New Braunfels, TX
A red eye can be simple irritation or a sign of infection or inflammation that needs prompt care. Knowing the warning signs helps you decide how fast to be seen.
What is red eye & infections?
Common causes include pink eye (viral, bacterial or allergic conjunctivitis), a broken blood vessel on the surface of the eye, dry eye and blepharitis. Most are not serious.
Some causes threaten vision: a corneal ulcer (especially in contact lens wearers), iritis (inflammation inside the eye) and a sudden attack of angle-closure glaucoma. These need to be seen right away.
A red eye with pain, light sensitivity or reduced vision should be seen the same day. Contact lens wearers: remove your lenses and call 830-379-3937.
Red eye & infections care in New Braunfels
Patients come to our New Braunfels office at 457 Landa St, Suite F for red eye & infections care from Gruene, Canyon Lake, Garden Ridge, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Schertz and across New Braunfels. Dr. Kavanagh has cared for New Braunfels patients since 2001: 25 years of excellent eye care. New Braunfels patients have surgery a short drive away, at GRMC Outpatient in Seguin or at one of three San Antonio surgery centers.
Common symptoms
- Redness in one or both eyes
- Discharge, crusting or watering
- Itching (often allergy)
- Gritty or burning feeling
Warning signs: be seen today
- Eye pain, not just irritation
- Sensitivity to light
- Blurry or decreased vision
- Red, painful eye in a contact lens wearer
- Halos, headache and nausea with a red eye
How we evaluate it
A slit-lamp exam, sometimes with a special dye, quickly separates harmless redness from infection, ulcers or inflammation inside the eye.
Treatment options
Dr. Kavanagh and our team see patients for red eye & infections at our New Braunfels office and across South Texas. Every plan is tailored to your eyes after an exam.
For educational purposes. This page explains common conditions and treatments to help you prepare for your visit. Your exam determines the right plan for your eyes.
Questions
Common questions
Should I use leftover antibiotic drops?
Please don't. The wrong drop can mask a serious problem. Call us first.
How long is pink eye contagious?
Viral pink eye can spread for up to about two weeks. Wash hands often and don't share towels.
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