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Would it be recommended to to share a bed when you have pink eye?

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Yes: Do not share pillows or towels.

Dr Conrad agreed

Answered 5/1/2013

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Think i might have pink eye the right eye itches only when I am ready to go to bed at night I use eye drops but nothing soothes think i might have pink eye the right eye itches only when I am ready to go to bed at night I use eye drops but nothing soothes

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I noted that I stay in the bed for about an hour after awakening, lying with closed eyes. Is it recommended to get up just after awakening? Would it be a healthy choice to do this?

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I accidentally put acetone nail polish in my eye to take my makeup off instead of makeup remover...it burned & I immediately flushed my eye with water for 10 minutes...it was fine & I went to bed but today it is pink and itchy again & kind of swollen?

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How long does the pink eye virus stay infectious on objects? I'm specifically thinking of my children's toys, especially their stuffed animals. My son has pink eye, and we're trying to avoid my daughter getting it, so i'm not allowing them to share toys r

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Hello. For my acid reflux problem, how high should i raise the head of my bed? My family physician recommended 9 inches but i am finding it too steep!

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