Infective Conjunctivitis: Viral and Bacterial Causes and Treatments

Infective Conjunctivitis: Viral and Bacterial Causes and Treatments

1. Introduction to Infective Conjunctivitis Infective conjunctivitis, widely recognized in the community as “pink eye,” is a common inflammatory condition of the outermost layer of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids. The immediate clinical outcome is localized vasodilation, resulting in a distinctly red or pink appearance of the eye, accompanied by varied … Read more

How to Tell if Eye Redness is Pink Eye or Seasonal Allergies?

How to Tell if Eye Redness is Pink Eye or Seasonal Allergies?

1. Introduction Pink eye caused by a virus or bacteria typically presents with a thick or watery discharge, often starting in one eye before spreading to the other. Seasonal allergies cause intense itching, watery eyes, and simultaneous bilateral redness without thick pus. Distinguishing between an infectious process and an allergic reaction dictates whether a patient … Read more