Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment and more

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Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
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Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

• Conjunctivitis, commonly called pinkeye, is an
  inflammation of the conjunctiva, the clear
  membrane that covers the white part of the eye
  and the inner surface of the eyelids. Pinkeye
  can be alarming because it may make the eyes
  extremely red and can spread quickly. But its
  fairly common and usually causes no long-term eye
  or vision damage. It is normally seen in children
  in day care centres and schools. Because pinkeye
   is often spread from eye to hand to eye, good
  hand-washing is important. Sharing a washcloth,
  towel, or other item with a person who has
  pinkeye can spread the infection.

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Causes of conjunctivitis (pink eye)

• Conjunctivitis (pink eye) can be caused by many
  of the bacteria and viruses responsible for ear
  infections, sinus infections, sore throats,
  Chlamydia and gonorrhoea (two sexually
  transmitted diseases).Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
  can also be caused by allergies. These cases tend
  to happen more often in children who also have
  other allergic conditions, such as hay
  fever. Triggers of allergic conjunctivitis include
  grass, ragweed pollen, animal dander, and dust
  mites.

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Symptoms

• The most common signs and symptoms of
  conjunctivitis (pink eye) include 
• Redness in one or both eyes
• Itchiness in one or both eyes
• A gritty feeling in one or both eyes
• A discharge in one or both eyes that forms a
  crust during the night that may prevent your eyes
  from opening in the morning
• More tears than usual
• Mild sensitivity to light

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Treatments

• Conjunctivitis (pink eye), caused by a virus,
  usually goes away without any treatment. If an
  eye specialist thinks that the pinkeye is due to
  a bacterial infection, antibiotic eye drops or
  ointment will be prescribed.Sometimes it can be
  a challenge to get children to tolerate eye drops
  several times a day. If youre having trouble,
  put the drops on the inner corner of your childs
  closed eye. If you continue to experience trouble
  with drops, ask the eye doctor about antibiotic
  ointment. It can be applied in a thin layer where
  the eyelids meet, and will melt and enter the
  eye. If your child has allergic conjunctivitis,
  your eye doctor may prescribe anti-allergy
  medicine, which comes in the form of pills,
  liquid, or eye drops. Using cool or warm
  compresses on the eyes may make your child more
  comfortable. Clean the edges of the infected eye
  carefully with warm water and gauze or cotton
  balls. This can also remove the crusts of dried
  discharge that may cause the eyelids to stick
  together first thing in the morning.

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When to visit an ophthalmologist?

• If you suspect your child with conjunctivitis
  (pink eye), its crucial to contact an
  ophthalmologist to learn the cause and how to
  treat it. Other serious eye conditions can have
  similar symptoms, so a child who complains of
  severe pain, changes in eyesight, swelling around
  the eyes or sensitivity to light should be
  examined. If the pinkeye does not improve after 2
  to 3 days of treatment, book an appointment with
  an ophthalmologist.

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