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Conjunctivitis can start three different ways.
- infectious: caused by a contagious virus or bacteria
- allergic: Allergies to things like pollen, cosmetics, animals or fabrics can cause allergic conjunctivitis
- chemical: air pollution, noxious fumes and chlorine in Swimming Pools can produce the chemical form
The above may cause inflammation and itching of the eye. If any of these symptoms are experienced it is recommended to consult your eye care doctor quickly.
For more comprehensive information regarding the causes, symptoms, treatments and prevention of pink eye / Conjunctivitis try the following link, it contains some useful information and links to credible resources such as the CDC and the National Eye Institute.
blog.contactlensking.com/pinkeye-conjunctivitis.php
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What is the correct definition of the Conjunctivitis Curse from Harry Potter?
The conjunctivitis curse causes a victims eyes to swell up and they resemble someone who has conjunctivitis.
What are the common ailments and defects of the eye?
1.dry eyes 2.bacterial conjunctivitis 3.viral conjunctivitis 4.allergic conjunctivitis.
Which is better for conjunctivitis tobramycin or gentamicin?
Tobramycin is better than gentamicin for Conjunctivitis.
Conjunctivitis is a disease of the?
Conjunctivitis is a disease that causes inflammation of the outermost layer of the eye.
Do you have to have chlamydia to have chlamydia conjunctivitis?
Short answer is likely yes; unless an infected person touched an infected area and then touched your eye.
Can you get conjunctivitis on your penis?
No Conjunctivitis always relates to a reaction in the eye and can be caused by different thingsAllergic conjunctivitisBacterial conjunctivitisViral conjunctivitisChemical conjunctivitisNeonatial conjunctivitis is often defined separately due to different organisms
Is conjunctivitis a form of herpes?
Nope. Conjunctivitis is just some inflammation (swelling) in the eyes. It has nothing to do with herpes.
What causes conjunctivitis?
Bacterial conjunctivitis can occur in adults and children and is caused by organisms such as Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Hemophilus.
Are children allowed to go to school with conjunctivitis?
Bacterial conjunctivitis and viral conjunctivitis are both highly contagious diseases and children should remain at home until released by their doctor to return to the classroom.
Can bunnies get conjunctivitis?
Yes.
What is pinkeye called?
Conjunctivitis
Which is more effective for a cat with conjunctivitis tobramycin or gentamicin?
Conjunctivitis tobramycin is more effective than gentamicin for a cat.
