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Traditional Conjunctivitis Treatment

Treating Bacterial Conjunctivitis Bacterial conjunctivitis can be treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointment. The ointment can cause blurry vision, but it is easier to apply to young children than...

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Conjunctivitis Causes

Causes of Conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis can be caused by a virus, bacteria, or allergies. Viral or bacterial conjunctivitis is most commonly caused by coming in contact with someone that has the...

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Conjunctivitis Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms Conjunctivitis often sets in overnight, so the patient will awaken to a burning sensation in one or both eyes. The affected eye will also feel itchy and gritty. There is often a...

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Conjunctivitis Overview

What is Conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis is commonly known as pink eye. Conjunctivitis is an infection of the conjunctiva, which is the thin transparent layer that covers the eye. The infection causes...

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Alternative Conjunctivitis Treatment

Home Remedies Over-the-counter eye drops may help to clear up symptoms in some cases, but will usually not be as effective as prescription eye drops. Applying a cool or warm washcloth may soothe the...

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Conjunctivitis Resources

For more information about conjunctivitis, please visit the following resources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) in Newborns...

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Prevention of Conjunctivitis

Stop the Spread The best way to combat conjunctivitis outbreaks is to stop the spread by isolating the patient. The patient should not return to school or work until after the contagious period for...

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