Question 1

what causes conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Several issues: Conjunctivitis=inflammation of the conjunctiva
irritant : dust, hair spray, mascara, chemicals 
germ: bacterial, chlamydia, viral
allergy: air born pollen
conjunctivitis is a unifying label for many things that cause inflammation but most use the term for the germ causes. Exam by your doc is a simple way to define the cause more accurately.

Question 2

can conjunctivitis cause sight problems?

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No: Mild visual blurring is common with conjunctivitis which resolves with the infection.

Question 3

is it common to get conjunctivitis as adults?

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Yes: It is nearly as common as the common cold.

Question 4

does conjunctivitis usually cause many symptoms?

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Some: Conjunctivitis is due to an infection mostly viral of the lining of the eye (the conjunctiva) which overlies the white of the eye.  It can cause irritation, redness, discharge and pain if the condition is more severe.  Vision may be mildly disturbed.  If you are too uncomfortable or the vision is dropping, then see your ophthalmologist for treatment.

Question 5

could conjunctivitis be caused by living in a squalid environment?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If somehow the dirt from the environment gets into your eyes, for in stance from dirty hands, water and clothing.

Question 6

are the symptoms of conjunctivitis the same in both adults and kids?

Accepted Answer

Same: Sx of conjuctivitis are the same: allergic, viral, chlamydial, or autoimmune.

Question 7

do you know are the symptoms of conjunctivitis the same in adults as kids?

Accepted Answer

In general: Yes, symptoms of conjunctivitis can be applied to all age groups.

Question 8

is it possible for conjunctivitis to be caused by living in a squalid environment?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Environmental irritatants and allergens are common causes of conjunctivitis.  This includes dust, pollen, molds, vaporized chemicals, smoke and so forth.  Removing oneself from the environment is the first step, then frequent artificial tears to remove the irritants.  See an ophthalmologist if this is insufficient.

Question 9

what causes conjunctivitis in babies?

Accepted Answer

Infections and Chem: Newborns can get conjuctivitis from chemicals (prophylaxis for infections at birth), bacteria (gonorrhea, chlamydia), or viruses (herpes).  Any large amount of discharge and red/watery eyes should prompt an exam by a physician.

Question 10

can conjunctivitis cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Conjunctivitis is often caused by a viral infection in your body, in which your eyes are generally secondarily involved. The viral syndrome often has associated aches and pains in joints and muscles, sore throat and invariably headaches. Often treatment involves rest, fluids, analgesics for pain and fever, and irrigation and cleansing the eye secretions. Sometimes the eyes require other treatments.

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