Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis): Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is an inflammation or infection of the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that lines your eyelid and covers the white part of your eyeball. When small blood vessels in the conjunctiva become inflamed, they're more visible. This is what causes the whites of your eyes to appear reddish or pink. Pink eye is commonly caused by a bacterial or viral infection, an allergic reaction, a chemical splash in the eye or a foreign object in the eye, et al.
The most common pink eye symptoms include:
Pink eye can be contagious, early diagnosis and treatment can help limit its spread and help ease the discomfort of pink eye. Treatment of pink eye varies depend on the causes. Our doctors will distinguish the etiology based on eye condition and health history and initiate treatment accordingly.
The most common pink eye symptoms include:
- Redness, itchiness and/or tearing in one or both eyes
- A gritty feeling in one or both eyes
- A discharge in one or both eyes that forms a crust during the night that may prevent your eye or eyes from opening in the morning
Pink eye can be contagious, early diagnosis and treatment can help limit its spread and help ease the discomfort of pink eye. Treatment of pink eye varies depend on the causes. Our doctors will distinguish the etiology based on eye condition and health history and initiate treatment accordingly.
