Question 1

how long after being exposed do pink eye symptoms appear?

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Generally 1-3 days: It depends on what virus (usually) or bacterium is the cause but usually the incubation period is just a day or so.

Question 2

what are pink eye symptoms?

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Red/pink eyes: Pink eye, or conjunctivitis is a common ailment, especially in children.  The white of the eye (sclera) becomes bloodshot, the inner eyelids are red, sometimes swollen, increased tears, and sometimes pus causes the lids to stick together.  It can be bacterial, viral, or allergic and the treatment depends upon the etiology.

Question 3

what are pink eye symptoms and signs?

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Pink Eye: Pink eye is a problem. It is only a term that says the eyes are reddish pink. Usually due to a mild viral infection, the eyes may become "reddish pink" in other severe conditions, like uveitis, acute glaucoma as well. Therefore, a diagnosis by an ophthalmologist is essential. I've seen patients diagnosed with "pink eye" even in ers, with a more severe problem. 
Diagnosing is most challenging.

Question 4

how long would it take until pink eye symptoms show up?

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Conjunctivitis: A pink eye can be due to many things. Classically a "pink eye" is due to viral conjunctivitis and can be very contagious with severe itchiness. It can take 12h-3d for sx to appear. The most natural way to treat it is cold ice packs for itchiness; cold tears in refrigerator helps also. If severe an eyemd can rx stronger drops.Ttp://eyedoc2020.Blogspot.Com.

Question 5

how long until pink eye symptoms show up if you played with another kid with it?

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Day or so: An eye infection can occur within a few days if you are going to get it.

Question 6

how can i get rid of pink eye symptoms fastest?

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Depends: On cause. Viral 4-7 days.  Bacterial  may improve 1-2 day once antibiotic is started. Allergic , well it could be challenging.  Hand wash always. Refresh tears are helpful. See eye doctor.

Question 7

should i be using naphcon-a to relieve pink eye symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Find the Cause: Naphcon-a merely treats a symptom!  a proper eye exam is necessary to determine the underlying cause of redness.  The most common causes are dry eye, ocular allergy,  blepharitis and viral conjunctivitis.  There are also some more rare causes of redness that need to be ruled out.

Question 8

pink eye or cold and allergy eye symptoms - what are the differences?

Accepted Answer

Red eye: Pink eye is usually due to a bacterial infection, the lids get mattery, crusty, and  stuck shut.
Allergies make the surface of the eye red and  produce a clear watery discharge, and is usually associated with some itching, and if you rub the eye you can get it secondarily infected and end up with a pink eye condition in addition.  A cold is associated with a clear discharge and it can be infected.

Question 9

how long does it take for pink eye symptoms to occur after somebody sneezes in your face?

Accepted Answer

It may not: Pink eye is usually caused by direct contact with the eye, not by a sneeze.

Question 10

within a matter of hours pink eye symptoms took over one eye & by next day both eyes all very fast & severe w/ yellow discharge/fever is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Eyes Red and Painful: Yes. Unfortunately eye infections can be very severe and occur without much warning.

This situation is also very contagious and so getting on treatment soon is paramount..As is washing your hands frequently during the day.

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