Conjunctivitis Pink Eye Treatments Online

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Treating Pink Eye Online - Conjunctivitis

Pink eye or conjunctivitis is a very uncomfortable yet common issue. Pink eye is inflammation of parts of the eye and eyelid. It is highly contagious and spreads quickly in daycares and schools. Thankfully it is not a serious condition and can be treated quickly with the proper medication.

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Symptoms
The hallmark of conjunctivitis is redness around the white parts of your eyes, which is why it gets the name pink eye. Other symptoms include itchiness in the eyes, a feeling of objects in the eye, or a grittiness, discharge from the eyes that make it difficult to open in the morning, and tearing. While these symptoms are uncomfortable, they will not affect your vision. You should go to urgent care or the emergency room if you have a visual impairment.
Pink eye is highly contagious so if you experience any of these symptoms, immediately wash your hands and take steps to prevent this from spreading to your environment or those around you. If you wear contact lenses, you should remove them as soon as possible. An online doctor consultation can immediately diagnose your symptoms and inform you if you have conjunctivitis.

Causes
Most cases of pink eye are the result of a virus, but they can also be caused by bacteria, allergies, a foreign object in the eye, or a chemical splash. Your chances of contracting conjunctivitis increase drastically when you are exposed to someone infected with the viral or bacterial form of pink eye. Pink eye is commonly spread in schools and daycares the same way common colds and germs spread.

How to Protect Yourself From Conjunctivitis
Our eyes are a very sensitive part of the body, and it is vital to take all precautions necessary to prevent any infection or contamination of them. You should never touch your eyes with your hands, if you do have to remove contacts, wash your hands thoroughly to prevent any contamination. Pillowcases and washcloths should be changes often and you should never share eye cosmetics or personal eye-care items. Any cosmetics that come near your eyes like mascara, eyeliner, or eyeshadow should be thrown away before their expiration dates.

Booking a Virtual Doctor Consultation For Pink Eye
Some cases of conjunctivitis can be treated at home and will go away after the course of a few days. Other cases require antibiotic eye drops. If you believe you have a pink eye, schedule a virtual doctor consultation with WebDoctors.com. They will be able to diagnose your symptoms online and prescribe you the medication you need to recover quickly.