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how to get rid of pink eye.

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You treat the: underlying cause . It could be infectious or allergic. Treatment is done according to the cause. See your doctor.

Question 2

what should i ask doctor about how to get rid of pink eye?

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Pink eye: There are two basic types, infective (contagious) and non infective, and the treatment for each is different.  Best to see an ophthalmologist if your family doctor cannot differentiate the two.

Question 3

i'd really like to know how to get rid of a pink eye?

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Wait: Viral infection which causes pink eye run their course over 7 days. There is no specific cure. Only adjunctive supportive therapy is advocated. These include contact precautions, washing hands, cleaning eyes with warm water. Rose water may be helpful.

Question 4

how do u get pink eye?

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Conjunctivitis: "pink eye" generally refers to a virally transmitted infection form human to human, generally related to common cold viruses.  Secretions from an infected person are usually spread by hand to hand or eye transfer, coughing in one's face, sharing of utensils or other items, door handles, computer keyboards, ipads, etc.

Question 5

how do you get pink eye?

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Most commonly viral: "pinkeye" is a general term for inflammation of the white of the eye, or conjunctivitis.  It is often viral, but can be bacterial or even allergic.  Some forms of viral pinkeye can be quite debilitating, even leading to visual loss.  Recent antiviral medications have proved quite effective against the more severe forms of conjunctivitis, so be sure to see your eye doctor at the first signs.

Question 6

how does someone get pink eye?

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Contagious disease: "pink eye"  is an infection as the term is commonly used.It is usually spread by contact-thus good handwashing is needed.Also thru respiratory droplets in the air.It is a contagious disease with a number of causes.

Question 7

can you get pink eye from a cat?

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No: It is very unlikely to transmit pink eye from a cat to a human.

Question 8

how do i get treated for pink eye?

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Pink eye: Most pink eye is caused by Adenovirus and is very contagious. Sometimes the eye is infected with bacteria. Please see your primary care physician for treatment and/or referral to an ophthalmologist as needed as soon as possible. Do not share linens, towels, or wash cloths with anyone. Wash your hands frequently. Use warm compresses then 1.2 strength baby shampoo with water on Qtips to wash lids.

Question 9

how you can get pink eye in only one eye?

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Infected one side: Pink eye is the common term for viral infection of the eye.  It may affect one eye but commonly affects both. The eye is red, has a clear discharge, may be a little swollen, sometimes is light sensitive and usually is irritated but not painful.  Since it is infectious, others around you might also have the same thing or you may spread yours to them.

Question 10

is it possible for anyone to get pink eye?

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Pink eye: Yes, pink eye is just a virus infecting the conjunctiva or outer layer of the eyeball.  It can be very contagious and is spread like any other virus, contact with infected fluids (tears).   It runs a course like a cold and usually only requires treatment to alleviate symptoms.

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