Question 1

my 1 year old son now has conjunctivitis using drops but through the day and night what's good to clean his eyes with?

Accepted Answer

Warm washcloth: I would use a slightly warm (make sure it is not hot) washcloth to wipe his eye. This will help you remove the discharge and sooth the eyeball.

Question 2

could you have conjunctivitis without getting sticky eyes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Mild conjunctivitis can be associated with eye redness and irritation without crusting/stickiness/discharge.  I would recommend trying cool compresses, chilled over-the-counter artificial tears, and observation.  If it is getting worse or not resolving, you need to see an eye doctor for a complete evaluation.

Question 3

can i cure my conjunctivitis naturally by keeping my eyes closed?

Accepted Answer

No: Most cases of conjunctivitis are self-limited (meaning they end whether or not they are treated).  Keeping your eyes closed may make them feel better, but this will not help your infection get better.

Question 4

is it possible to have conjunctivitis without getting sticky eyes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Conjunctivitis comes in many varieties.  Some forms only have watery eyes, without them becoming stuck together.

Question 5

hello, my eyes are so delicates, why? and what can i do for this. i have alrgic conjunctivitis

Accepted Answer

The allergies: Mauricio, if you have allergic conjunctivitis, it is not unusual for your eyes to be sensitive. Try an antihistamine eye drop. They can be found in the allergy section of almost every drug store. Hope this helps!

Question 6

what should i do to help my eye conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Hygiene: The by far most common cause of conjunctivitis is viral.  There is no actual treatment for this.  You should keep the eye clean, and take care not to spread the condition to your family, coworkers and friends.  These are self limited conditions which will self heal in 3-10 days in most cases.

Question 7

can i go to work as usual with conjunctivitis of eye?

Accepted Answer

Maybe...: The common "pink eye" question!  it all depends!  if you have something as contagious as adenoviral conjunctivitis (aka epidemic adenoviral conjunctivitis) you most certainly shouldn't go to work and take precautions to prevent spread even at home.  Many causes of acute conjunctivitis are not contagious and your ophthalmologist can make this determination and treat you appropriately.

Question 8

can you get conjunctivitis (pink eye) more than once?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 'pink eye' is a lay term for a viral infection of the outside of the eye.  Just as one can get a cold more than once, one can acquire viral conjunctivitis more than once.  Recurrent conjunctivitis is more common in people who are contact lens wearers and those with immune system disorders.

Question 9

does keeping eye closed help a case of conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Conjunctivitis is a symptom of an underlying problem.  If keeping the eye closed is more comfortable then that is ok but there is no real need.  Sometime things like a corneal abrasion which causes eye redness can be help with patching but in general, it's best to keep the eye open.

Question 10

how long does pink eye associated with conjunctivitis last?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial Course: Conjunctivis caused by bacteria can cause thick drainage from eye.  With use of antibiotic drop, drainage clears within 72 hrs and eye redness may continue 7-10 days with gradual improvement.
After using eyedrops for 24 hours, and if pus is minimal, children can return to day care or school.

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My 1 year old son now has conjunctivitis using drops but through the day and night what's good to clean his eyes with?

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Could you have conjunctivitis without getting sticky eyes?

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Can i cure my conjunctivitis naturally by keeping my eyes closed?

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Is it possible to have conjunctivitis without getting sticky eyes?

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Hello, my eyes are so delicates, why? and what can i do for this. i have alrgic conjunctivitis

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What should i do to help my eye conjunctivitis?

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Can i go to work as usual with conjunctivitis of eye?

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Can you get conjunctivitis (pink eye) more than once?

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Does keeping eye closed help a case of conjunctivitis?

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How long does pink eye associated with conjunctivitis last?

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