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Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, is an irritation or infection that causes inflammation to the outer layer of the eye. It causes a distinctive pink coloration, and is usually uncomfortable.
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How do you know if your goat has pink eye?
You know by looking at his/her eye lid or pupil and see if it's reddish pink.
Viral pink eye
- This usually affects one eye
- Eye looks pink or red
- Excessive watery discharge from the infected eye. The fluid is more or less transparent
- Feels like there is something in the eye
- Often it is accompanied by "cold like" symptoms, like a sinus congestion and runny nose
- Eye lids may be swollen
- Sometimes looking at bright lights is painful
Bacterial pink eye
- This affects both eyes
- Pink or red eyes
- Pain in your eye
- Feels like there is something in the eye
- Causes a moderate to heavy discharge which maybe yellow or greenish in color. It can form a crust around the eye during the night making it difficult to open it in the morning
- Swelling
Chlamydia pink eye
- In adults pink eye caused by chlamydia usually develops slowly. Most often there is no change in vision and no pain
- Watery discharge
- Irritation
- Possible redness
- Occasionally sensitivity to light
Allergic pink eye
- Also affects both eyes
- Pink or Red eyes
- Feels like there is something in the eye
- Itching in the eye
- Excessive tearing
- Watery discharge from the nose
- Swelling of conjunctiva membrane results in what seems to look like clear blisters on the whites of your eyes
- Sometimes your nose starts to itch and becomes red
- It is frequently accompanied by other typical allergy symptoms like sneezing, itching nose or a sore throat
Chemical pink eye
Mild symptoms
- Redness in the eye
- Eye irritation
- Mild pain in the eye
- Tearing
More serious symptoms
- Eyes getting even more red
- Also the eyes swell more
- Pain in the eye becomes worse
- Blurred vision
Severe symptoms which are caused by a strong acid or alkali
- Damage to the eye surface
- Severe eye pain
- Loss of vision
Giant papillary pink eye
- Again affects both eyes
- Causes intolerance to contact lenses
- Itching in the eye
- Heavy discharge or tearing
- Red bumps on the underside of the eyelids
Pink eye caused by underlying diseases
- Redness
- Itching
- Tearing
Subconjuctival hemorrhage symptoms (looks like pink eye)
- Slight or partial redness in the eyes
- Does NOT involve the iris (colored portion of the eye)
- Vision is NOT affected
- No pain or itching
What are some treatments for pink eye?
Pinkeye is a self-limiting viral infection, but it is highly contagious. If you contract it, wash your hands regularly throughout the day, and try not to touch or rub the eye. Sterile eye washes may give some relief. It rarely lasts longer than about three days, but only time will cure it.
Where could someone find pink wiffle balls?
There are many places were one could find pink wiffle balls. One could find pink wiffle balls at popular on the web sources such as Amazon, Fit Sugar, and Connect Savannah.
What kind of doctor treats pink eye?
Any doctor would be able to recognize the symptoms of pink eye and prescribe the required medication. The hard part is being able to tell pink eye apart from other eye-problems.
What does conjunctivitis feel like?
Symptoms may include mild to severe discomfort in one or both eyes; redness; swelling of the eyelids; and a watery, yellow, or greenish discharge.
Is dexamethasone useful for conjunctivitis?
Yes..... in severe cases of conjunctivitis (also known as eye flu and pink eye) doctors use eye drops containing dexamethasone (an anti-inflammatory steroid) to reduce the swelling & congestion. However, this medicine should be used only under the direction of a physician and with close monitoring.
Why is acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis called Apollo 11 disease?
The Apollo 11 Moon Landing was a world-wide event, (just as Americans know exactly where they were and what they were doing when John F Kennedy was assasinated), most of the world watched the Apollo Moon Landing. So when Acute Hemorrhagic Conjunctivitis suddenly emerged in Ghana, West Africa at the same time of the Apollo 11 moon landing, it was nicknamed "Apollo 11" disease. In West Africa, the disease is still referred to as "Apollo."
Can pink eye medicine cause hives?
It is possible- hives are generally a sign of a reaction to something such as something you ate or change in laundry detergent for instance.
