- usually
starts in one eye and spreads to the other
- causes
sore red eyes and a discharge
- may
cause inflammation of the eyelids with redness,
irritation, drying and flaking of the skin around
the eyes.
A thick yellow or white discharge is usually due to
bacterial conjunctivitis.
The eyelashes may stick together, making it difficult
for your child to open their eyes.
A watery discharge may be due to Viral conjunctivitis.
Allergic conjunctivitis due to hay fever, animal
hair, dust, preservatives used in eye drops.
Conjunctivitis
due to an infection obtained from the mother during
birth
Prevention
Good hygiene is important to prevent further spread.
- wash
hands before and after touching your child's eyes
- use
separate face cloths and towels until the infection
has cleared
Treatment
If a bacterial infection is suspected your GP or pharmacist
may recommend antibacterial eye drops or ointment.
Otherwise it gets cured in 2-3 days by carefully cleansing
the eyes.In infants case its best to consult your
GP.
Medicines
for Conjunctivitis
***Consult
your GP/doctors ,before starting any treatment or
medicine ***
Information
on this site is for your guidance only. You should
confirm that it is correct for you as an individual,
before you use it, by checking it with your own doctor
or pharmacist.
