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How long does eye inflammation associated with conjunctivitis last?
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Weeks to months: Most conjunctivitus are caused by a virus. They can spread from one eye to both. Sometimes there is corneal involvement and can last into several months with or without treatment. Many are highly contagious.
Answered 10/6/2012
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A week: Viral infection which causes pink eye run their course over 7 days. There is no specific cure. Only adjunctive supportive therapy is advocated.
Answered 12/9/2013
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