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I have a stye and am wondering if its contagious or will keep me from work. or if it could be linked to covid ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sty: Usually people are permitted to continue working if they have a sty. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) can be contagious and prevent someone from going to work. I doubt this is COVID 19 related.

Dr Veres agreed

Answered 7/11/2020

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