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4yr f woke up with swollen eye and yellow discharge sealed shut . now other eye has discharge . does not itch or hurts? just got over a virus. help

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Dr. Betsy Greenleaf answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Pink eye: Very contagious. Wash hands very well and avoid touching your eyes. Most cases are viral and will improve on own, however I recommend doctor evaluation and possible prescription for eye drops.

Dr Kim and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/22/2015

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