TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Chapter 6. Irritated Eyes (But Not Red) A1 - Lueder, Gregg T. Y1 - 2011 N1 - T2 - Pediatric Practice: Ophthalmology AB - Table Graphic Jump Location|Download (.pdf)|PrintThe Problem“My child’s eyes are irritated” but not red (bloodshot).Common CausesIdiopathic (general light sensitivity)Blepharitis/dry eyesOcular allergyPseudo:Ocular tic (blepharospasm)Squint from strabismusKEY FINDINGSHistoryBlepharitis/dry eyesExcess tearingWorse in dry, cold weatherEyelid crustsOcular allergyItchingAtopic history (asthma, eczema)Ocular ticFrequent forceful blinkingNo eye redness, dischargePossible other vocal, motor ticsHistory of attention deficit hyperactivity disorderExaminationBlepharitisCrusts on eyelashesErythema of eyelid marginOcular allergyOften minimal or no visible changesMay have mild conjunctival swellingOcular ticFrequent bilateral forceful blinkingEyes may deviate upward and laterally SN - PB - The McGraw-Hill Companies CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - accesspediatrics.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=56152794 ER -