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Conjunctivitis (Infective)

What is Conjunctivitis (Infective) ❓

 An infection causing inflammation of the surface of the eye 👁

 Causes: usually viral infection, but can be a bacterial infection 🦠


What are the Symptoms of Conjunctivitis ❓

 Eye redness 🔴

 Discharge from eye (watery or thick)

 Eye discomfort/burning 🔥

Blurry vision

 One or both eyes affected


How do you Diagnose Conjunctivitis ❓

 Eye examination 🔍


How do you Treat Conjunctivitis ❓

Good eye hygeine: cleaning the eye

Antibiotic eye drops 💧

 Referral to specialist for severe or complex cases


Why should I Worry about Conjunctivitis ❓

 Most cases resolve in time with simple self-care ✅

 Rarely, may lead to complications (e.g. eye damage, visual loss) 🤕


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