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Conjunctivitis– Madras eye
– Pink eye
– Eye flu
• It is redness & inflammation of the membranescovering the whites of the eyes and on the inner part of the eyelids.
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Causes
• The leading cause of a red, inflamed eye is viral infection
• A number of different viruses can be responsible
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Signs & symptoms
• Vary from moderate to severe
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Signs & symptoms
• Eye redness (hyperemia) is a common symptom
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Signs & symptoms
• Swollen, red eyelids
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Signs & symptoms
• More tear production in the eyes than usual
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Signs & symptoms
• Make you feel as though there is something in the eye
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Signs & symptoms
• An itching or burning sensation
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Signs & symptoms
• Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
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Signs & symptoms
• Creamy white or thick yellow drainage that causes the eyelids to be red,puffy, or stick together in the morning may indicate a bacterial infection
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Diagnosis
• A doctor can usually diagnose conjunctivitis by its distinguishing symptoms
• However a slit lamp examination may be required
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When conjunctivitis means something more
• Persistent conjunctivitis can be a sign of an underlying illness in the body
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Prevention
• Highly contagious• Spread by direct
contact with infected people
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Prevention
• Proper washing and disinfecting can help prevent the spread
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Prevention
• Wash your hands frequently, particularly after applying medications to the area
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Prevention
• Avoid touching the eye area
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Prevention
• Never share towels or hankies
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Prevention
• Throw away tissue after use
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Prevention
• Change bed linen and towels daily if possible
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Prevention
• Disinfect all surfaces, including worktops, sinks and doorknobs
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Prevention
• Avoid shaking hands with person suffering from conjunctivitis
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Prevention
• If you are sick, then limit your contact with other people
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Treatment
• Viral conjunctivitis has no treatment - you just have to let the virus run its course, which is usually four to seven days
• Bacterial conjunctivitis is treated with antibiotic eye drops, ointment or tablets to clear the infection
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Easing Symptoms
• To reduce pain from conjunctivitis use a cold or warm compress on the eyes
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How long its contagious?
• Conjunctivitis is infectious from around the time symptoms appear until the time when the symptoms have resolved
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