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How do I get rid of pink, puffy under eye bags?

Answer 1

Three types: There are three different problems called "pink eye". Bacteria pink eye causes redness and pus in the eye all day. This needs antibiotics. Virus and allergy pink eyes look very similar- redness and possible drainage in the morning, but mostly tearing during the day. They will clear up on their own. Just keep the eyes clean with clear water and wash your hands well. Call doctor if getting worse.

Answer 2

Wait: This is a self limited viral disease. If the vision is decreased or you have pain or light sensitivity you may need treatment with steroid drops. An eye doctor evaluation is always indicated when you have an eye infection. Pink eye is contageous.

Answer 3

Time and treatement: Depends on cause, but with time it should go away if viral. If bacgterial, you may need antibiotic drops. If due to dry eyes, you may need to treat the dry eyes, start with an artificial tear one drop 4 times a day. If not resolving, or vision decreased, or pain, you should have an eye exam by eye md.

Answer 4

Topical antibiotics: True pink-eye, bacterial conjunctivitis, needs treatment with antibiotic eye drops. It's characterized by mattering of the eyes and severe burning and itching. Viral, allergic, or chemical conjunctivitis can sometimes cause a milder burning or itching. Treating allergies or avoiding the chemical irritation can sometimes keep these from turning into bacterial conjunctivitis.

Answer 5

Conjunctivitis: If there is severe inflammation and pain with viral conjunctivitis, especially with corneal lesions called subepithelial infiltrates, prescription topical steroids may be necessary. The mainstay of treatment though is symptom relief with tears and antihistamine drops for itching and good handwashing. Antibiotic drops for bacterial conjunctivitis.

Answer 6

Viral conjunctivitis: Pink eye is almost always caused by a virus. True bacterial conjunctivitis is actually extremely rare. Because of this antibiotics typically do not help pink eye and unfortunately you just have to let it run it's course. Lubricating drops and sometimes steroid drops can help with your symptoms. That being said there are many causes of a red eye and you should see your eye dr for further evaluatio.

Answer 7

See doctor: Pink eye/conjunctivitis is an infection of the lining of the eyelids and eye, sometimes accompanied by an inflamed lash follicle. The condition is easily spread to others; so wash hands frequently, especially if you rub eyes; do not wear contact lenses until infxn is gone; dispose of your mascara (do that regularly every 3 months). See your fp for treatment as soon as possible.

Answer 8

Depends on the cause: If its cause by allergies, then allergy medications can help. If its bacterial, then antibiotics. However if its viral, it will just go away when its ready. However, you can use artificial tears in all circumstances and it may help. I would see your eye md to determine the cause to treat appropriately.

Answer 9

You cant: If it's viral (most are), nothing will alter its course. If its bacterial, antibiotic can shorten course by a few days.

Answer 10

Preventing pink eye: To prevent pink eye- Avoid close contact with people who have pink eye (as nose/throat droplets can spread infection). Your hands can become infected by touching secretions on someone's hand or on contaminated surfaces. Wash hands often – especially before touching your eyes.

Answer 11

Don't rub: Wash your hands a lot. Do not rub your eyes if they itch.

Answer 12

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.

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