Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis):
A parent's guide to condition and treatment information
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| Viral conjunctivitis can cause redness and tearing of the eye. |
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Signs and Symptoms
- The eye is usually pink to red and appears irritated.
- Infectious conjunctivitis affects one or both eyes and may or may not be accompanied by discharge (tears, mucous, or pus). The lids may be stuck together in the morning upon waking, and goopy discharge may continue to accumulate through the day.
- Allergic conjunctivitis usually affects both eyes and can cause tearing and frequent rubbing. The area around the eye may also be swollen from the constant rubbing. Sometimes the child will also have other allergic symptoms that come during the allergy seasons, such as a chronic runny nose, constant tickle in the throat, and sneezing.
- Irritant conjunctivitis can cause burning, itching, a sandy or gravely feeling, and even pain in the eye.
- Injury to the eye can cause tearing, pain, sensitivity to bright light, and changes in vision or loss of vision.
Last Modified: 25 Aug 2008
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