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Can i get pink eye if i touch my sister with pink eye? then touch my eye ?
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Yes: Pink is most commonly a result of a viral infection of the conjunctiva of the eye and results in viral conjunctivitis. This is highly contagious. You don't want to contract it by contact with secretions from another infected person. Wash your hands with soap and water and don't touch your eyes.
Answered 4/16/2018
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Avoid contagious: Pink eye or conjunctivitis is an infection that is highly contagious. In addition to not touching an infected eye, using separate towels, make up, and changing the pillow case each day is recommended.
Answered 4/16/2018
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Yes: Pink eye is a viral disease that is highly contagious but usually self limiting. Proper hand washing should reduce the risk of transmission.
Answered 4/16/2018
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