Question 1

can i use alrex (loteprednol) for pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Possible, but: Only with recommendation by the eye md.  Alrex (loteprednol) contains steroids, which could cause problems if improperly used.

Question 2

how many knids of pinkeye are there?

Accepted Answer

Several: The operative question is how do you define 'pink eye'?  Most commonly it is due to a viral infection of the conjunctiva, the lining over the white of the eye and the inside of the lids.  But many patients call any eye redness 'pink eye'  this can include allergy, hemorrhage, even trauma.

Question 3

what are some signs that you have pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

Pink eye symptoms: Most common are tearing, swelling and mattering(sticky mucous causing eyelids to stick together in the morning), starting in one eye and often then the other.  Not painful and mild blurring of vision.  Can get swollen lymph node in front of the ear and sometimes a upper respiratory infection as well.  Usually runs a course of about a week.

Question 4

could you tell me what happens if i just ignore my pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

It will go away: Conjunctivitis does not require treatment.  It will go away on its own.

Question 5

what's the cure for pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

Time: Most cases of conjunctivitis (pink eye) are either irritative or viral and can be eased by artificial tears. Antimicrobial eye drops are often prescribed but are of no help.

Question 6

what should i do to get rid of the pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

Wait: Pink eye will resolve without treatment in 4-10 days.  If it lasts longer than this, it is not pink eye.

Question 7

how can i tell if i have a pinkeye infection?

Accepted Answer

Pink eye: Blurred vision, crusts that form on the eyelid overnight, gritty feeling in eye with eye pain, eye itching, increased tearing, redness in eye, & sensitivity to light.

Question 8

how can i prevent others from getting my pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

Handwashing: The best approach is to stay away from other people.  If that's not possible, avoid touching them, keep your hands away from your face, and wash your hands frequently.

Question 9

looking for answer to how do you get rid of pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

See your Doctor: You need evaluation to see if it is viral or bacterial infection or allergic pink eye conjunctivitis.The treatment depends on the cause
bacterial conjunctivitis can be treated with prescription antibiotic drops, viral is treated differently.Allergic conjunctivitis is treated with antihistamine eye drops with/without oral antihistamines
see your doctor or opthalmologist.

Question 10

is it possible to get reinfected with viral pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are many viruses and bacteria that can cause eye infections.  You can infected again with a different organism or even with the same one.

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