Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, a thin membrane that covers
the eye. Symptoms can include redness, irritation, and a burning sensation in the
eye. Conjunctivitis can be caused by infections or allergies, in which case it is called
"allergic conjunctivitis." It can also be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi and is
known as "infectious conjunctivitis." Infectious conjunctivitis is contagious and can
be spread from one person to another through touch or by breathing the same air
as an infected person. It can last for a few days to a few weeks but is easily treated
with over-the-counter eye drops or prescription antibiotics. Mild cases of infectious
conjunctivitis do not require medical treatment and may go away on their own after
a few days. However, severe cases of infectious conjunctivitis may need treatment
with antibiotics in order to achieve a full recovery. Bacterial conjunctivitis is spread
through direct exposure to an infected person's eye secretions, such as tears or
nasal mucus. It is also spread through touching contaminated surfaces and then
touching the eyes or nose. Viral conjunctivitis is also transmitted through direct
contact with a person's eye secretions or infected surfaces. Examples of viruses
that can cause viral conjunctivitis include adenoviruses, herpes simplex virus,
influenza viruses, and measles. Fungal conjunctivitis can also be spread through
direct contact with an infected person's eye secretions or infected surfaces.
Symptoms of fungal conjunctivitis include itching, redness, and pain. It can be
difficult to differentiate bacterial conjunctivitis from viral conjunctivitis because both
types can cause similar symptoms. A bacterial culture and a viral culture are needed
in order to properly identify the type of infection. It is important to distinguish
between infectious conjunctivitis and allergic conjunctivitis because both types of
conjunctivitis are contagious. Infectious conjunctivitis can be treated with
antibiotics while allergic conjunctivitis can only be managed with medication to
reduce symptoms and prevent further outbreaks.
In this article we will discuss the causes of infectious conjunctivitis and how to treat
it at home. Infectious conjunctivitis is caused by the rubbing of the eye by another
person or by contact with contaminated objects such as towels, toys, bed linens,
contact lenses, or makeup applicators. These infections can be caused by bacteria,
viruses, or fungi. Some examples of bacteria that can cause infectious conjunctivitis
include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae,
Moraxella catarrhalis,
Haemophilus influenzae, Chlamydia trachomatis, and
Escherichia coli. Viruses that cause infectious conjunctivitis include adenoviruses,
herpes simplex virus, influenza viruses, and measles. Fungus can also cause
infectious conjunctivitis. Signs and symptoms of infectious conjunctivitis include a
red, watery eye; itchiness; sensitivity to light; and discharge from the eye. In severe
cases, the infection can lead to impaired vision or even blindness. People with
infectious conjunctivitis should avoid touching their eyes to prevent further
contamination.
They should also avoid sharing towels, glasses, cups, and other
personal items with other people to prevent the spread of the infection. If the infection is caused by a virus, the patient will need to stay home from school or work until the symptoms disappear.
Over-the-counter medications can be used to
reduce inflammation and pain caused by an infectious conjunctivitis infection.
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