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A member asked:
How does a doctor diagnose pink eye? or what kind of test do they do to find out if you have pink eye?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No testing needed: Conjunctivitis, aka pink-eye, is referred to acute superficial infection of the eye(s), either viral or bacterial cause. Viral infection typically produces redness, watery eyes and does not need treatment except for herpes. Bacterial pink-eye causes redness and purulent discharge (puss), often "matting the lids/lashes together" in the am or after long nap. Consult doc if you have it. Good luck.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Clinical diagnosis: It is a clinical diagnosis based on history and examination. No specific test needed.
Answered 3/26/2013
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