{"id":1251,"date":"2026-04-30T07:24:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T07:24:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/?p=1251"},"modified":"2026-04-30T07:24:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T07:24:27","slug":"mila-kunis-chronic-iritis-red-eye-warning-signs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/mila-kunis-chronic-iritis-red-eye-warning-signs\/","title":{"rendered":"Mila Kunis And Chronic Iritis: When A Red Eye Is More Than Irritation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A red eye can seem harmless at first. You might blame it on lack of sleep, screen time, allergies, contact lens irritation, or everyday dryness. When one eye is red, painful, sensitive to light, or suddenly blurry, it deserves closer attention. Symptoms like these can point to inflammation inside the eye, not just surface irritation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mila Kunis\u2019 experience with chronic iritis is a helpful reminder of why eye symptoms should not be brushed aside. Her story shows that a serious eye condition can affect vision for years, even when it is not obvious to other people. It also shows why getting an eye exam early can make a real difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Is Mila Kunis?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTarXYPjoep\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\"background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; padding:0; width:100%;\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTarXYPjoep\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTarXYPjoep\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Mila Kunis (@milalkunis)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Mila Kunis is an actress known for her work in television and film. Viewers first knew her as Jackie Burkhart on <em>That \u201970s Show<\/em>. She also became widely recognized as the voice of Meg Griffin on <em>Family Guy<\/em> and later appeared in movies such as <em>Black Swan<\/em>, <em>Forgetting Sarah Marshall<\/em>, <em>Friends With Benefits<\/em>, and <em>Bad Moms<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her more recent work includes the 2025 mystery thriller <em>Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery<\/em>, the 2024 film <em>Goodrich<\/em>, and the 2022 Netflix thriller <em>Luckiest Girl Alive<\/em>. In <em>Wake Up Dead Man<\/em>, Kunis plays Chief Geraldine Scott, while <em>Goodrich<\/em> features her as Grace and also credits her as an executive producer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kunis is also known for speaking publicly about a serious eye problem she lived with for years. The American Academy of Ophthalmology reported that Kunis revealed to <em>Cosmopolitan<\/em> in 2011 that she had been blind in one eye for years due to chronic iritis, before surgery corrected the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happened To Mila Kunis\u2019 Eye?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kunis\u2019 eye condition was not a simple case of redness or mild irritation. In a 2011 interview with <em>Cosmopolitan<\/em>, Mila Kunis opened up about living with chronic iritis and said, <em>\u201cI was blind in one eye for many years, and nobody knew.<\/em>\u201d <em>Us Weekly<\/em> reported the same interview detail, noting that surgery corrected the long-term vision problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chronic iritis affects the iris, which is the colored part of the eye. Since the iris helps control how much light enters the eye, inflammation in this area can cause pain, redness, light sensitivity, and blurry vision. When iritis becomes chronic, symptoms can persist longer than expected or recur after improvement. In Kunis\u2019 case, the condition reportedly led to vision loss in one eye for several years before surgery helped correct the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Is A Red Eye More Than Irritation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A red eye can happen for many reasons, including dryness, allergies, lack of sleep, dust, or contact lens irritation. Redness becomes more concerning when accompanied by pain, blurred vision, or severe sensitivity to light. Those symptoms can point to inflammation inside the eye, not just surface-level irritation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If one eye suddenly feels sore, reacts strongly to bright light, or looks noticeably different from the other eye, it is safer to have it checked by an eye doctor. Over-the-counter drops can help with some mild irritation, but they will not treat deeper inflammation like iritis. An exam can help confirm what is really going on before symptoms get worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Chronic Iritis?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"868\" height=\"647\" src=\"https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_32_03-PM1-1.png\" alt=\"Medical-style illustration of a red, irritated eye with a label pointing to the iris to show iritis inflammation.\" class=\"wp-image-1279\" style=\"width:1022px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_32_03-PM1-1.png 868w, https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_32_03-PM1-1-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_32_03-PM1-1-768x572.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 868px) 100vw, 868px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Iritis is inflammation of the iris. Mayo Clinic explains that iritis can cause eye redness, aching or discomfort, light sensitivity, and decreased vision. Iritis that develops slowly, lasts longer than three months, or keeps returning is considered chronic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The iris helps control how much light enters the eye. When this part becomes inflamed, the eye can feel sore, sensitive, and irritated. Vision can also become blurry, especially if inflammation is not treated promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ba6b34d99dea910faaee5eb4cdf843f1\">Acute Iritis Vs. Chronic Iritis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Iritis is often described based on symptom timing and pattern. Eye doctors use these details to understand how the inflammation is behaving and what kind of follow-up may be needed. Here\u2019s a simple side-by-side look at acute iritis and chronic iritis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #2c3e50; color: #ffffff;\">\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 16px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; border: 1px solid #1a252f; width: 20%;\">Type<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 16px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; border: 1px solid #1a252f; width: 40%;\">What It Means<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 16px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; border: 1px solid #1a252f; width: 40%;\">How It Can Feel<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; font-weight: 600; color: #2c3e50;\">Acute Iritis<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Symptoms appear suddenly and can last up to three months.<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Redness, pain, light sensitivity, and blurry vision can come on quickly.<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f4f6f8;\">\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; font-weight: 600; color: #2c3e50;\">Chronic Iritis<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Symptoms develop slowly, last longer than three months, or return over time.<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Discomfort or vision changes can linger, fade, or come back.<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Symptoms Should You Watch For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A red eye does not always mean iritis. Redness can come from dryness, allergies, contact lens irritation, dust, or lack of sleep. Still, certain symptoms should raise concern, especially when one eye feels worse than the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should contact an eye doctor if you notice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One red eye with pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blurry or reduced vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong sensitivity to light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New floaters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eye redness after an injury<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A pupil that looks different from the other eye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Symptoms that return after improving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pain is one of the clearest signs that a red eye could be more than irritation. Redness from tiredness or dryness usually feels mild. Iritis can feel deeper, more painful, and more uncomfortable in bright light. Vision changes make the situation more urgent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Can Chronic Iritis Be Serious?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chronic iritis affects the inside of the eye. That makes it different from surface dryness, dust irritation, or mild allergy symptoms. If inflammation is not treated, it can lead to eye problems that affect comfort, pressure inside the eye, and clear vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-lasting inflammation can also make the eye more vulnerable to changes that are harder to manage later. That is why a painful red eye should not be ignored, especially when symptoms keep coming back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #2c3e50; color: #ffffff;\">\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 16px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600; border: 1px solid #1a252f; width: 25%;\">Possible Complication<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 16px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600; border: 1px solid #1a252f; width: 75%;\">What It Can Mean<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; font-weight: 600; color: #2c3e50;\">Cataracts<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">The eye&#8217;s natural lens becomes cloudy, which can blur vision.<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f4f6f8;\">\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; font-weight: 600; color: #2c3e50;\">Glaucoma<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Pressure inside the eye can rise and damage the optic nerve.<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; font-weight: 600; color: #2c3e50;\">Irregular Pupil Shape<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Inflammation can affect how the pupil looks or responds.<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f4f6f8;\">\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; font-weight: 600; color: #2c3e50;\">Retinal Swelling<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Swelling in the back of the eye can affect sharp central vision.<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; font-weight: 600; color: #2c3e50;\">Vision Loss<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border: 1px solid #dce1e7; color: #333333;\">Long-term inflammation can harm sight if left untreated.<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<p>These complications are why a painful red eye deserves a proper exam. Early diagnosis can help lower the risk of lasting damage. Treatment also works best when the condition is found before complications develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Chronic Iritis?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chronic iritis does not always have one clear cause. In some cases, it can be linked to an eye injury, infection, or inflammation elsewhere in the body. Some people also develop iritis without an obvious trigger. This is one reason a professional eye exam matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0aea192685f642934e2640f5f2e03c71\">What Doctors May Check<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>An eye doctor might ask about recent eye trauma, infections, joint pain, autoimmune conditions, inflammatory bowel disease, or past episodes of eye inflammation. These details can help guide the exam and next steps. The goal is to treat the active inflammation and find out what might be causing it. If flare-ups keep happening, the doctor might also check for related health conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is Iritis Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment depends on the cause and severity. Eye doctors commonly use prescription eye drops to reduce inflammation and ease discomfort. Some people also need drops that relax the pupil, especially when light sensitivity and pain are strong. More serious or recurring cases can require closer follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If iritis is connected to another health condition, your eye doctor might work with another medical specialist. This can help manage the inflammation from the source, not just the eye symptoms. Follow-up visits are also needed to check whether the eye is healing well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_40_04-PM-1024x768.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing common iritis treatment steps, including prescription anti-inflammatory eye drops, pupil-dilating drops, follow-up visits, and care based on the cause and severity.\" class=\"wp-image-1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_40_04-PM-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_40_04-PM-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_40_04-PM-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\/vision\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-02_40_04-PM.png 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Should Not Self-Treat A Painful Red Eye<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Old prescription drops, borrowed medication, or redness-relief drops can make things worse if the cause is not clear. Some eye drops are not safe for every condition. A proper eye exam is the safest way to know what is happening. Treating the wrong problem can delay the care your eye actually needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wear contact lenses and one eye becomes red, painful, blurry, or sensitive to light, remove your lenses right away. Do not put them back in until your eye doctor says it is safe. Pain and light sensitivity are not symptoms to push through, especially if they appear suddenly or affect only one eye. Getting checked sooner can help your doctor find the cause and recommend the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Takeaway From Mila Kunis\u2019 Eye Condition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mila Kunis\u2019 chronic iritis story shows why eye symptoms deserve attention, especially when one eye is red, painful, sensitive to light, or suddenly blurry. A red eye can be minor, but the added symptoms change the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If something feels wrong, do not rely on guesswork or leftover drops. Getting an eye exam can help protect your vision and give you clearer answers sooner. Your eyes are too valuable to ignore when pain, light sensitivity, or vision changes appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your eye doctor confirms that contact lenses are safe for you, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.contactsamerica.com\">Contacts America<\/a> makes it easy to order the lenses listed on your prescription. You can shop trusted contact lens brands online and have them delivered straight to your door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions About Chronic Iritis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 100%;\">\n\n  <div style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dce1e7;\">\n    <button onclick=\"var a=this.nextElementSibling,o=a.style.display==='block';a.style.display=o?'none':'block';this.querySelector('.faq-icon').textContent=o?'+':'\u2212';\" style=\"width:100%; background:none; border:none; padding:16px 0; text-align:left; cursor:pointer; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center; font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; font-size:15px; font-weight:600; color:#2c3e50;\">\n      Can chronic iritis come back after treatment?\n      <span class=\"faq-icon\" style=\"font-size:20px; color:#2c3e50; flex-shrink:0; margin-left:12px;\">+<\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div style=\"display:none; padding:0 0 16px 0; color:#333333;\">\n      Yes, chronic iritis can return after symptoms improve. Some people have flare-ups that happen more than once, especially when inflammation is linked to another health condition. Follow-up visits help your eye doctor check whether the inflammation is fully controlled. If symptoms come back, it is best to get checked instead of reusing old drops.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dce1e7;\">\n    <button onclick=\"var a=this.nextElementSibling,o=a.style.display==='block';a.style.display=o?'none':'block';this.querySelector('.faq-icon').textContent=o?'+':'\u2212';\" style=\"width:100%; background:none; border:none; padding:16px 0; text-align:left; cursor:pointer; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center; font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; font-size:15px; font-weight:600; color:#2c3e50;\">\n      Is chronic iritis contagious?\n      <span class=\"faq-icon\" style=\"font-size:20px; color:#2c3e50; flex-shrink:0; margin-left:12px;\">+<\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div style=\"display:none; padding:0 0 16px 0; color:#333333;\">\n      Chronic iritis itself is not contagious. You cannot catch it from another person the way you might catch a cold or eye infection. Some infections can be linked to eye inflammation, so an eye doctor still needs to check the cause. The treatment plan depends on what is triggering the inflammation.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dce1e7;\">\n    <button onclick=\"var a=this.nextElementSibling,o=a.style.display==='block';a.style.display=o?'none':'block';this.querySelector('.faq-icon').textContent=o?'+':'\u2212';\" style=\"width:100%; background:none; border:none; padding:16px 0; text-align:left; cursor:pointer; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center; font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; font-size:15px; font-weight:600; color:#2c3e50;\">\n      How long can chronic iritis last?\n      <span class=\"faq-icon\" style=\"font-size:20px; color:#2c3e50; flex-shrink:0; margin-left:12px;\">+<\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div style=\"display:none; padding:0 0 16px 0; color:#333333;\">\n      Chronic iritis can last longer than three months or keep returning over time. Some flare-ups improve with treatment, while others need closer monitoring. The timeline depends on the cause, severity, and how the eye responds to medication. Regular follow-up helps your doctor see whether the inflammation is settling down.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dce1e7;\">\n    <button onclick=\"var a=this.nextElementSibling,o=a.style.display==='block';a.style.display=o?'none':'block';this.querySelector('.faq-icon').textContent=o?'+':'\u2212';\" style=\"width:100%; background:none; border:none; padding:16px 0; text-align:left; cursor:pointer; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center; font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; font-size:15px; font-weight:600; color:#2c3e50;\">\n      Can you wear contact lenses if you have chronic iritis?\n      <span class=\"faq-icon\" style=\"font-size:20px; color:#2c3e50; flex-shrink:0; margin-left:12px;\">+<\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div style=\"display:none; padding:0 0 16px 0; color:#333333;\">\n      You should not wear contact lenses during active redness, pain, light sensitivity, or blurry vision unless your eye doctor says it is safe. Contacts can make an irritated eye feel worse and can make it harder to spot changes in symptoms. Your doctor can tell you when it is safe to return to contact lens wear. Always follow the lens schedule and care instructions written for you.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dce1e7;\">\n    <button onclick=\"var a=this.nextElementSibling,o=a.style.display==='block';a.style.display=o?'none':'block';this.querySelector('.faq-icon').textContent=o?'+':'\u2212';\" style=\"width:100%; background:none; border:none; padding:16px 0; text-align:left; cursor:pointer; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center; font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; font-size:15px; font-weight:600; color:#2c3e50;\">\n      Can chronic iritis affect only one eye?\n      <span class=\"faq-icon\" style=\"font-size:20px; color:#2c3e50; flex-shrink:0; margin-left:12px;\">+<\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div style=\"display:none; padding:0 0 16px 0; color:#333333;\">\n      Yes, chronic iritis can affect one eye. A one-sided red, painful eye should be taken seriously, especially with light sensitivity or vision changes. Eye inflammation does not always affect both eyes at the same time. An eye exam can help confirm whether the problem is iritis or another condition.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:65px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">References:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Mila Kunis &#8211; Age, Kids &amp; Movies. Biography.com Editors. https:\/\/www.biography.com\/actors\/mila-kunis. March 14, 2022.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Celebrities\u2019 Chronic Eye Diseases and Conditions. American Academy of Ophthalmology. https:\/\/www.aao.org\/eye-health\/news\/celebrities-chronic-eye-diseases. February 16, 2015.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mila Kunis: \u201cI Was Blind in One Eye\u201d. Us Weekly Staff. https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/news\/mila-kunis-i-was-blind-in-one-eye-2011101\/. January 10, 2011.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iritis &#8211; Symptoms and causes. Mayo Clinic Staff. https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/iritis\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20354961. November 13, 2019.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iritis &#8211; Diagnosis and treatment. Mayo Clinic Staff. https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/iritis\/diagnosis-treatment\/drc-20354966. November 13, 2019.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iritis: What It Is, Symptoms, Treatment &amp; Causes. Cleveland Clinic. https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/iritis. November 11, 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home Remedies for Bloodshot Eyes. American Academy of Ophthalmology. https:\/\/www.aao.org\/eye-health\/tips-prevention\/home-remedies-bloodshot-eyes-when-to-see-doctor. April 7, 2023.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>About Contact Lenses. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/contact-lenses\/about\/index.html. May 27, 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch the Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Teaser. Netflix Tudum. https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/tudum\/articles\/wake-up-dead-man-teaser-trailer. September 8, 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Goodrich | Official Website. Ketchup Entertainment. https:\/\/app.powster.com\/ketchup-entertainment\/goodrich\/us\/. October 18, 2024.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Who\u2019s in \u2018Luckiest Girl Alive\u2019? John DiLillo. https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/tudum\/articles\/luckiest-girl-alive-cast. September 30, 2022.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A red eye can seem harmless at first. You might blame it on lack of sleep, screen time, allergies, contact lens irritation, or everyday dryness. When one eye is red, painful, sensitive to light, or suddenly blurry, it deserves closer attention. 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