Question 1

is it possible for me to still go to work if i have pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Most are viral ; very contagious. I would recommend you discuss this with your treating physician.

Question 2

can i go to work with pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Pink eye is contagious, thus if a person is still having discharge from the eye it is best to stay at home if you can.  Many places, such as daycare facilities and schools require people to have topical treatment for 24 hrs before returning.

Question 3

should someone who works with kids all day go to work if they have pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Best not to: This could be a viral infection and they can transmit it to kids easily.

Question 4

can it be no problem to go to work with pink eye?

Accepted Answer

No: Its usually very contagious and would be irresponsible to spread to others.

Question 5

should you go to work if diagnosed with pink eye?

Accepted Answer

No: Pink eye  is very contagious, you should stay home from work for 10 to 14 days.

Question 6

i was prescribed drops for pink eye yesterday. am i able to go to work tomorrow?

Accepted Answer

Usually : Please check with your employer. If you have redness or discharge,,stay home. Finish the course as prescribed.

Question 7

how to make pink eye swelling go down so i can go to work?

Accepted Answer

Time and meds: Time is needed for the sx of pink eye to resolve. Although pink eye can be a viral process, it's often tx'd with antibiotic eye drops & you'd generally need to see a doctor to determine if it's bacterial or not. Lubricating drops can help w/ some sx, and otc antihistamine drops sometimes help some patients, for allergic conjuctivitis & even sometimes other types.  Hope you feel better soon.

Question 8

i have pink eye and on my 4th day. started prescription drops yest. when is it safe for others for me to return to work?

Accepted Answer

When it improves: Pink eye is spread by contact (rub your eye and touch something which someone else will touch later).  Virus is shed as the eye gets redder or plateaus in redness.  When the redness starts to diminish, no more virus is spreading and you are safe.  In the meantime, wash your hands after each contact with the eyes.

Question 9

i have pink eye from my son.  without insurance temporarily so i used old tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) that expired last  yr. can't afford to go to doc. will it work?

Accepted Answer

Conjuctivitis: Tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) contains a steroid medication. You can not use a steroid medication for an eye infection it can cause complications.

You should apply for emergency medicaid. Some hospitals have programs for care for the uninsured. You can ask for this assistance when you register to be evaluated in the emergency room.

You should not delay treatment for an eye infection.

Question 10

i have a pink eye. is it okay to go back to work?

Accepted Answer

It depends: "pink eye" is a very broad term describing infectious and non-infectious conjunctivitis.  If you have an eye infection, then control of its spread is important.  If your eye is red due to blepharitis or other non-infectious cause you may go back to work despite the cosmetic appearance.  Best to ask your eye doctor.

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