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Hi doc i think my son has pinkeye . his eyes are red and there is discharge he said it is itchy and it is a bit swollen?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis, so called pink eye, caused more often by virus which is a self limiting condition. However, bacterial conjunctivitis generally requires topical or oral antibiotic treatment. Have him checked by his primary care doctor especially if he runs fever as well.

Answered 5/24/2020

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