{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/eyes/","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_12568-markdown","title":"Why does smoking weed cause red bloodshot eyes?","slug":"why-does-smoking-weed-cause-red-bloodshot-eyes","content":"**Every time I smoke I get red, bloodshot eyes. Is this the smoke that causes it? What can I do to stop it from happening?**\n\nMarvin P.\n\n-------------------------------\n\nBloodshot eyes have always been a sign that you’ve been smoking cannabis. However, it’s not the smoke that does this. It’s tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and other active cannabinoids that cause “[vasodilation](https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/did-you-know/its-not-smoke-joint-makes-your-eyes-red)” and may also make you feel dizzy.\n\nTHC lowers blood pressure, which in turn causes blood vessels and capillaries to dilate, which causes blood flow to increase, and can make the whites of the eyeballs appear red. THC and other cannabis compounds interact with cannabinoid receptors, which are part of the [endocannabinoid system (ECS)](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-is-the-endocannabinoid-system). They are found throughout your body, including your eyes.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-27 at 7.46.45 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_27_at_7_46_45_PM_77f7b23f48.png)\n\nCannabinoids bind to cannabinoid receptors and cause the dilation (widening) of the blood vessels, increasing the blood flow to these areas. This in turn decreases the blood pressure, causing the red appearance and dizziness.\n\nIf you try other types of cannabis with substantial amounts of THC, such as edibles, you’ll have the same result even without the smoke.\n\nSo to prevent red-eye, one solution may be to use a low-THC strain of marijuana. But once you’ve got a lot of THC in your system, there’s not a lot you can do to stop red-eye from happening. You can try eye drops, use cold compresses or eye drops, or even drink water since sometimes dehydration can cause or contribute to having red eyes. These may help.\n\nAnd of course, there’s always the old standby of wearing sunglasses. You’ll look cool and nobody will see the color of your eyes.\n\nAlso, keep in mind that the reddening of your eyes is not harmful and they will eventually make the transition back to your usual pearly white.\n\nLawson\n\n-------------------- \n\nAs the blood pressure lowers when you smoke cannabis, the blood vessels and capillaries dilate, including the ocular capillaries. The increased blood flow to your eyeball causes the red appearance or bloodshot eyes. There are no serious health risks associated with your sudden red-eyed circumstance.\n\nWe should also point out that in some cases cannabis may actually [help our eyes and vision](https://hellomd.com/articles/how-does-cannabis-affect-your-eyes). There is some research that suggests the neuroprotective and antioxidant properties of CBD and THC may be able to help our vision and provide some protection against common diseases of the eye and optic nerve.\n\nOne area of eye health where cannabis may have a supporting role to play is [glaucoma](https://hellomd.com/articles/medical-marijuana-preserves-vision-and-reduces-glaucoma-pain) — a condition of increased pressure within the eyeball, causing gradual loss of sight. Usually, glaucoma is treated with medicated eye drops, which help to bring down intraocular pressure to normal levels. However, some glaucoma patients and eye specialists report that cannabis can also help reduce intraocular pressure and help preserve eyesight. \n\nBut on the downside, the effects may [only last three or four hours](https://www.verywellhealth.com/marijuana-and-glaucoma-3421696), so you would have to consume marijuana a number of times during the day to get its effects around the clock. While cannabis does lower eye pressure, it also lowers blood pressure. This might result in reduced blood supply to the optic nerve, which in turn might harm the optic nerve. \n\nMore research needs to be done. For now, you should start by consulting with an ophthalmologist. At the same time, get their advice on using medical marijuana as a [complementary or supplemental therapy](https://hellomd.com/articles/3-popular-questions-about-marijuana-and-seniors-answered) to traditional medication.\n\nAnnie HMD\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/14b42/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.jpg","srcSet":"/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/f836f/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.jpg 200w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/2244e/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.jpg 400w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/14b42/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.jpg 800w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/47498/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.jpg 1200w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/0e329/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.jpg 1600w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/1e345/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.jpg 2550w","srcWebp":"/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/58556/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/61e93/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.webp 200w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/1f5c5/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.webp 400w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/58556/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.webp 800w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/99238/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.webp 1200w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/7c22d/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.webp 1600w,\n/static/db89e30e0d954fa2824faef3dbad4c57/76969/36f7c4f3d33d38ce942ded5b9a000053.webp 2550w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7968-markdown","title":"What strains of marijuana do not cause dry eye?","slug":"what-strains-of-marijuana-do-not-cause-dry-eye","content":"\n_____________________\nhemp cbd does not cause dry eyes, vape users of this product have seen increased tearing shortly after vaping. Respira® is one product that is organic without any propylene glycol.\n\ndrblair","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10356-markdown","title":"What to take for horrible chronic eye pain as a result from shingles? Shingles resolved about a year ago. ","slug":"what-to-take-for-horrible-chronic-eye-pain-as-a-result-from-shingles-shingles-resolved-about-a-year-ago","content":"\n_____________________\nI am so sorry to hear you have eye pain. First off, please find a \"neuro-opthamologist\" to evaluate you.  Sometimes they give special eyedrops or medications like Neurontin; eyes are so valuable, I would get a \"second opinion\" about the pain ASAP!!\nAs far as cannabis, please read this short article:  https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/micro-dosing-cannabis-stopped-my-chronic-pain\n\nI would look into hybrid-tinctures (50/50 THC and CBD) and take orally 1 to 3 x a day, like a medication, for a few weeks and see if the pain and inflammation resolve.  Some ptients get good relief from the CBD-transdermal patches; one company is called \"Pure Ratios\" and you can try their products.   As far as immediate pain relief, the THC-only edibles like \"Terra Bites\" can help; they are in doses of 2.5 to 10 mg. I do not recommend taking more than 20 mg in a 24-hour period.Best of luck.\n\ndrraisen","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10053-markdown","title":"What type of cannabis delivery system should I use to avoid getting red eyes?","slug":"what-type-of-cannabis-delivery-system-should-i-use-to-avoid-getting-red-eyes","content":"\n_____________________\nI believe that once cannabis is in your blood steam and the properties of THC take effect there is no real way to avoid red eyes unless you try using eyedrops. \n\nTHC lowers blood pressure, which in turn causes blood vessels and capillaries to dilate, which causes blood flow to increase and can make the sclera appear \"red\".\n\nBartSmart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7488-markdown","title":"I'm wondering why smoking cannabis makes may eyes tired? ","slug":"im-wondering-why-smoking-cannabis-makes-may-eyes-tired","content":"\"It's hard to for my eyes to focus as well. Hard to see things. \"\n_____________________\nHi there, \n\nEyes getting tired is a side effect from smoking. It can be red eyes, itchy eyes, tired eyes - few different things can happen. I would recommend getting some \"water eye drops\" and dropping them into your eyes after you smoke. That should help. \n\n\n\"THC lowers blood pressure, which in turn causes blood vessels and capillaries to dilate. The ocular capillaries dilate, which increases the flow of blood to the eyes and reduces intraocular pressure. Increased blood flow creates the redness & dryness\": https://www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101/why-does-smoking-weed-make-your-eyes-red\n\nI hope this was helpful! \n- Nurit\n\nnurit","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6759-markdown","title":"Marijuana and its effects on the eyes?","slug":"marijuana-and-its-effects-on-the-eyes","content":"\"Hi there, \n\nI just had a quick question regarding marijuana and it's possible effect on the eyes. I have been using edibles for sleep and anxiety only in ghe evening. Lately I have had slight twitching/pulsing sensation in both eyes from time to time. I have a pretty hectic work schedule but have been on vacation resting for a week, so I don't know if it's stress or fatigue or if it's connected to marijuana. And, of course, if it is something to be concerned about. Just wanted to see if this was a common symptom.\"\n_____________________\nEyelid twitching is actually quite common.  If you have never had this before it is often associated with stress, lack of sleep, caffeine, alcohol, allergies or sporadic and is benign.  If other parts of your body also begin twitching with muscle weakness you may want to get this looked into. Side effects of cannabis; however, can be muscle twitching.  Therefore see if you can make the association with any of the benign causes or when you are using cannabis.\n\ndrb","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11482-markdown","title":"Adverse reaction to Hash","slug":"adverse-reaction-to-hash","content":"\"Last night I had an adverse reaction to Hash and had to go to the hospital. Nearly immediately after smoking a bowl of shake with a little Hash sprinkled on top, I became paranoid and started experiencing hallucination, nausea, shaking, etc. I felt like I was going to die. Super freaked out! I have smoked from time to time and never had this issue before. At the hospital, they gave me a dose of Ativan - worked like a charm - I nearly immediately calmed down, closed my eyes and started feeling better. Total time of ordeal about 120 min. Anyone else ever experienced this? Can't be that rare can it?\"\n_____________________\nYou are not alone my friend. Cannabis (especially concentrated forms) can cause severe anxiety and nausea in some individuals. While it may be very distressing and scary, the adverse effects of cannabis are not dangerous. You may feel as though you are going to die, but rest assured that NO ONE has ever overdosed from cannabis. Do you know the contents of the hashish? It may have been mixed with other substances. You may also have experienced cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, which can be relieved with a hot shower or bath. Also CBD has been shown to be a helpful antidote to THC over-intoxication. Make sure you are well hydrated, well rested and that the set and setting are comfortable and safe.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11428-markdown","title":"I have allergies around my eyes ","slug":"i-have-allergies-around-my-eyes","content":"\"I have allergies around my eyes that come and go. I break out with redness,Swelling, itching and pain. I would like to know the best product to help with that. I have had allergy testing and I'm allergic to grasses. I believe eye shadow makeup makes me break out too. Any suggestions would be appreciated\"\n_____________________\nBC bud rub!! It helps almost anything 😋 Just rub it where it's irritated and it will stop the itching/pain/swelling\n\nblazee","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":1,"currentPage":1,"id":5243,"name":"Eyes","slug":"eyes","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}