title: Systematic examination of the red eye.
abstract: The major causes of 'Red Eye' are discussed and the importance of accuracy of diagnosis to recognise and treat potentially sight affecting conditions stressed. Referral when necessary is important, and the article ends with a working list of reasons for referral.
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D003231:Conjunctivitis / Q000175:diagnosis; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005901:Glaucoma / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D007637:Keratoconjunctivitis / Q000175:diagnosis; D011680:Pupil; D014606:Uveitis, Anterior / Q000175:diagnosis