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pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is a bacterial or viral infection that leads to inflammation of the small blood vessels in your conjunctiva, which is the transparent membrane that lines your eyelid and part of your eyeball. This condition is very common and can strike anybody at any age. While it's not a serious ailment and usually goes away in 7 to 10 days without medical treatment, it does cause a good deal of discomfort. Below are some tips on how you can avoid getting pink eye altogether so that you don't even run the risk of it turning into something more serious:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before you touch your eyes. If you already have conjunctivitis in one eye you should avoid rubbing or touching the corner of your other eye so that you don't run the risk of infecting it, as well.
  • Don't let others use your personal belongings, like towels, pillow cases, eye drops or even mascara and eye shadow so that you don't run the risk of an infection being passed along to you.
  • Vacuum and dust your home meticulously to keep allergens away. Replace your towels and washcloths on a daily basis, and change your pillow cases at least once a week.
  • Ask your eye doctor for the proper instructions on contact lens care to avoid bacterial contagion of the lenses which would then spread to your eyes.
  • If you know of someone who is currently infected with pink eye, avoid making contact with them until they are over the condition.

By following these tips you will significantly reduce your chances of becoming infected with pink eye. Even though this generally isn't a serious condition, it can cause your eyes to itch and burn and there's always the chance it could become serious, so it's best to do your best to avoid getting it in the first place.

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