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is eye redness a sign of allergy to ptu?

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i have hyperthyroidism for 2years. then last month i experienced conjunctivitis on my right eye. im taking ptu 50mg 2x/day. allergic/bacterial/ and steroid eye drops dont work.  is it possible that i have allergic reaction to ptu?
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Eye redness can be related to a lot of different things, including allergies to a variety of things, eye irritations, etc.  

You should see your doctor or ophthalmologist to determine exactly what the cause of the redness...
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