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What Causes Pinkish Discoloration On The Sclera?

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Posted on Tue, 17 Oct 2017
Question: Unlike other kids, the sclera or white part of the eye is alway mildly red/pink in color,
She is always rubbing her eyes and water/tears come off the eyes. Could an eye specialist please advise what should be done to fix this.
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Answered by Dr. N K Mishra (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Allergy

Detailed Answer:
My dear,
Thanks for sending your query to us.
Going through the details you have given the possibility of allergy is very strong.Alleric conjunctivitis has all the symptoms you have mentioned.
The treatment is washing the eyes with water,avoiding exposure to allergens like dust and smoke.Oloptidine .1% eye drop is very good anti allergy drops for children, to be put in twice a day.
Do get back to me in case of any further queries in this regard.
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What Causes Pinkish Discoloration On The Sclera?

Brief Answer: Allergy Detailed Answer: My dear, Thanks for sending your query to us. Going through the details you have given the possibility of allergy is very strong.Alleric conjunctivitis has all the symptoms you have mentioned. The treatment is washing the eyes with water,avoiding exposure to allergens like dust and smoke.Oloptidine .1% eye drop is very good anti allergy drops for children, to be put in twice a day. Do get back to me in case of any further queries in this regard.