Sore Eyes (Conjunctivitis) Part 2

What is Conjunctivitis or Sore Eyes?

Sore eyes is the common term for an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the mucous membrane that covers the white of the eyes. Often caused by allergy or bacterial or viral infection.

Signs and Symptoms

1. Redness of the eyes
2. A burning or gritty sensation on the eye
3. Pain on the eye on exposure to light
4. Water-like discharge on early onset but would soon turn gluey yellow
5. Runny nose, sore throat or even fever could be present

Treatment
Small children should seek professional health care especially if sore eyes is coupled with fever. To ease the irritation, a warm compress may be applied to the eye 5 to 10 minutes three times a day. An antibiotic such as Amoxicillin and an eye drop like Maxitrol can be used for 7 days but only upon the advice of your health practitioner.

Source:  doh.gov.ph

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Sore Eyes (Conjunctivitis) Part 1
Sore Eyes (Conjunctivitis) Part 3