Interestingly, over time, the child's eye colormay vary. This is natural and should not be alarming. But if redness appears, then something is wrong. Red eyes in children of any age is definitely a sign of illness. Therefore, in such a situation, be sure to consult a doctor. It is possible that this pathology is a signal of a serious disease.
Why does a child have red eyes?
Most often the answer is simple - conjunctivitis.The human eye is covered with a special transparent shell that emits tear fluid for wetting and lubrication of the eyeball. In addition, the tear has antibacterial properties due to the presence in it of special substances that destroy bacteria (such as immunoglobulins, beta-lysine, complement, and others). Conjunctiva protects the eye, it is a natural barrier from germs, dust, damage. But this barrier can be destroyed.
The causes of inflammation are different.Bacteria (staphylococcus, diphtheria bacillus, pneumococci) and viruses (including influenza, measles, herpes simplex, adenovirus) most often lead to this disease. Separately isolated conjunctivitis caused by chlamydia and fungi. In recent years, due to environmental degradation and changes in immunity, allergic conjunctivitis resulting from exposure to pollen, industrial dust, chemicals, and even cosmetics has become very common.
Red eyes in children are not the only ones.a sign of conjunctivitis. Unlike adults, the baby will lose sleep and appetite, become whimsical and whiny, will constantly rub his eyes with pens. In the mornings, it is difficult for a child to “open up” the eyelids, since they are “glued together” by yellowish dry crusts. In severe cases, increased tearing will be replaced by the release of pus. But in a newborn, the lacrimal apparatus is still poorly formed, and from the eyes during conjunctivitis there may be discharge of any color and consistency. The sick eye sees poorly, and older children may complain about the "sand in their eyes" or the fact that all objects look blurry. To make sure that there is inflammation, it is enough to delay the lower eyelid, and you can see a strong redness and marked swelling of the conjunctiva. But still! Why the red eyes of a child should find out an ophthalmologist. May require serious medical intervention. Or long treatment.
Красные глаза у детей – это не только признак conjunctivitis. It is possible that the cause was an injury or a foreign body. In any case - contact an ophthalmologist. Any inflammation of the eye is a threat not only to the eyes, but also to human life. Since the infection can easily spread to the brain, lungs, blood, and the result will be sad.
To the doctor!
What to do if you find such a symptomlike red eyes in children. First of all, restrict his communication with others, as conjunctivitis is contagious. In no case do not apply any dressings, do not warm the eyes and do not self-medicate. Do not be afraid to visit the doctor. Treatment of conjunctivitis is painless and drug-only - washing with solutions of furatsilina, chamomile, various drops, including antiallergic.
The red vessels of the eyes of a child are a cause for concern and an early request for medical help. Do not try to treat the baby yourself, do not use folk remedies, but call the doctor!
