What is conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is an infection or inflammation on the tissues inside the eyelids.

How is conjunctivitis caused?

It is caused due to allergic reaction. It’s more common in summers. Due to this very peak time bacteria and virus are highly responsible for conjunctivitis. Contact lens wearers should be highly cautious.

What are the symptoms of conjunctivitis?

# Irritation and redness in the eyelids.
# Constant pain and discomfort
# Discharge from the eyelids
# Disturbed vision

How to treat conjunctivitis?

# Immediately consult an ophthalmologist to seek medical advice as soon as you feel any symptoms begin to take place.
# Usually antibiotics and eye drops are prescribed to treat conjunctivitis.

What care should be exercised by those suffering from conjunctivitis?

# Wash your eyes regularly
# Dont rub your eyes if you feel any irritation
# Take medications on time
# Dont use your eye makeup for the time being better if you replace them with new ones.
# Dont use your contact lenses.

How to prevent conjunctivitis?

# Dont share your personal belongings with an infected person especially your towel.
# Dont share eye makeup or contact lenses.
# Wash your eyes regularly