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My eye is very sensitive to the touch on the lid and outer corner and is red on whites of eye and goopy. what is it and how do i treat it?

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Dr. K. Mujib Haque answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Painful eye : You might have conjunctivitis.. Likely to be viral but worse case scenario is bacterial Conjunctivitis. Seek medical attention if not resolving. You might need antibiotics drops. Avoid sharing personal items with other family members or household as it is contagious.

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Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

My eye is very sensitive to the touch on the lid and outer corner and is red on whites of eye and goopy. what is it and how do i treat it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. K. Mujib Haque answered

Dr Pizzo and another doctor agreed

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