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Please share a tip in the form of a haiku on dealing with pink eye.

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Ignore: Since pink eye can be very contagious, try to avoid direct contact with others.

Answered 1/2/2017

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Dr. David Aizuss answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: The best preventive measure preventing spread of pink eye to family is to wash your hands!

Answered 6/3/2016

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: A warm moist wash rag can help dissolve the matting of eyelashes upon awakening.

Answered 6/19/2014

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Pinkeye: Pinkeye can be very contagious while the eye is still red. Be sure to refrain from handshaking.

Answered 5/8/2015

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Ignore: Do not rub your eyes use an antibiotic as directed.

Answered 10/20/2015

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Avoid: Avoid touching your eye. Do not share towels or wash cloths. If you get medication use as directed.

Answered 10/20/2015

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