To be totally honest, I think I'd be changing EPs @GorgyS - For them to say red eyes have nothing to do with exercise - shows lack of knowledge and training!! What ARE their qualifications? They should be up on the wall somewhere!!
I hope they had you wearing a thick leather belt too - cos it can cause major gut issues too - like popping a hernia! :(
They obviously didn't listen to/act on your concerns - and as a result, have caused the injury :(
Do you have a choice of EPs in your area? If you add your 'general area' (Town/City) to your profile, members may be able to recommend someone 'good'?
take care - and NO weightlifting for a while now - or at the very least, when your eyes are back to normal .... cut back the weights bigtime! ;) xx