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A member asked:

My caruncle hurts and i can't tell if it has a little swelling but when i blink it hurts. could it be the start of pink eye?

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Possilble: It could be allergic or infectious Conjunctivits so try using warm compress and if it does not get better in 2 days then try to see a doctor for a correct dignosis.

Answered 12/21/2016

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