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Pink Eye Or Just Irritated
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Is pink eye considered a "pink eye" when no itching or pain?
Yes: Pink eye is just an eye that is pink for any reason. Pink eye could be an infection, in which case there is often pus. (this kind is contagious.) it may be allergy in which case it is usually itchy. (not contagious) it may be trauma in which case there is often pain. It may be irritation in which case there may be pus, itching and/or pain. ...Read more
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Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) (Definition)
"Pink eye" refers to a viral infection of the conjunctiva. These infections are especially contagious among children. Newborns can be infected by bacteria in the birth canal. This condition is called ophthalmia neonatorum, and it must be treated immediately to preserve eyesight. "Pink eye" refers to a viral infection of the conjunctiva. These infections are especially contagious among children. Newborns can be infected by bacteria in the birth canal. This condition is called ophthalmia neonatorum, and it must be treated immediately to preserve eyesight. ...Read more
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Red eye, thick clear coat on eye, scratches when I blink. Could this be pink eye?
Red eye: Yes this is a possibility and should be addressed by an ophthalmologist. ...Read more
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Right eye right now feels a little irritated, just a little itchy. Is this pink eye or not?
Conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis ("pink eye") is a viral or bacterial infection of the conjunctiva of the eye, which is the lining over the white of the eye. Symptoms include redness, discharge, itching and swelling. More severe cases can cause pain or blurred vision. One or both eyes can be affected. Viral infections are more common and are highly contagious with a watery discharge. Bacterial discharge is pus-like. ...Read more
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Is it pink eye or blepharitis when lid crusts but white is reddish?
Pink eye: Whites of eyes can be irritated by bacteria from the crusting associated with blepharitis. Antibiotics are helpful. ...Read more
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What are pink eye and normal irritated eye?
Slang: Pink eye is also known medically as conjunctivitis. Both irritated eyes and pink eye can have similar symptoms. Ophthalmologists often look for the presence of inflammed lymph nodes for conjunctivitis. Allergy follows a different pattern in terms of symptoms and can cause much more itching. All can create watery irritated eyes. Your local eye specialist can help. ...Read more
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White of eye is pink. Scratched cornea or eye infection?
Many possibilities: Unfortunately, that's a very non-specific symptoms by itself. It can represent an infection, injury, inflammation, allergy, disease, or a long list of other causes. See your local ophthalmologist for a full examination to determine the cause and decide on treatment. ...Read more
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Eyes aren't red but is having a lot of eye goop, could it be anything but pink eye? Like I said his eyes are not red or swollen
Could be sinus: the eye drainage could be coming backward from his nose. If he has cold symptoms, this may be the case could keep cleaning it out and see your doctor for an exam if the symptoms persist ...Read more
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Eyelash or eyes that are pink and hurt uncontrollably?
Ck for allrgy of eye: It is a good idea to rule out allergy of eyes that may be affecting the conjunctiva or the cornea. ...Read more
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Red eyes green slim itchy sore is it pink eye or allergys?
Green, not allergy: See your ophthalmologist.
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What's wrong with my eye? Red/ pinkish color, puffiness, white pus, irritated, and painful! could this be more serious than the pink eye? Please help!
Yes: It could be more serious than pink eye. A visit to your local eye doctor is suggested. ...Read more
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My left eye is red and the eyelid swollen, it itches and gets watery easily. Is it pink eye or an infection?
Could be: Your description could very well be "pink eye, " a.K.A. Viral conjunctivitis. It could also be a bacterial infection or even a contact allergy. I would recommend seeing an ophthalmologist to be sure. They each require different treatment. ...Read more
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Could you put a tiny bit of neosporin in your eye or around your eye to stop pink eye?
Pink eye: Not if otc medicaton. Only use eye care provider prescribed meds near, around or in the eyes. ...Read more
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Irritated, burning eyes red along lid and corner. Infection or allergy?
Blepharitis: Most likely cause is chronic blepharitis, a bacterial invasion of the tear glands in the lids. Hot compresses, regular cleaning of the lids and possibly antibiotics would help over the long term. Allergies usually cause itching rather than burning. ...Read more
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Will clear eyes or visine irritate my eyes if it has a popped blood vessel?
Possibly: Talk to you eye doctor first.
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My left eye is super irritated, and it hurts and tears in bright light. Maybe use clear eyes?
Corneal abrasion?: Eyes are very sensitive. You could have a corneal abrasion, a scratch to the center of the eye, causing tearing, light sensitivity, redness and even pain on blinking. See your eye doctor today. Do not wear contac lenses until you have seen your md and have been approved to start wearing them again. ...Read more
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Corneal abrasion heal on its own? I scratched my eye today with my fingernail, and my eye immediately started turning red in the corner of my eye where i scratched it. I have no soreness, or headaches, or blurred vision, or any other symptoms, just a red
Need Rx: When the surface of the cornea is abraded antibiotic coverage is advised to prevent bacterial infiltration into the cornea. Pain also may increase after the exposed nere endings start to swell. ...Read more
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Woke up with red eyes this morning. They're just a bit red but don't hurt or itch. Is this pink eye?
Maybe: If they don't get better in a day, it might be pink eye. ...Read more
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My eye is dry and pink is that a pink eye?
Not necessarily: Redness is just a sign of ocular surface inflammation. Dry eye disease does cause ocular surface inflammation, but so does an infection, allergic or chemical exposure. Have you eyes examined to determine the reason your eyes are inflamed. ...Read more
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Could i tell the difference between pink eye, irritated eye, and allergy eye?
Not really: Those 3 are very similar when it comes to symptoms, however on an eye exam, they are very different. Usually the primary care doctors give anti allergy drops for all 3 and if it doesn't work them they send it to an eye doctor. However, keep in mind that pink eye is contagious, so you want to get an accurate diagnosis. ...Read more
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