Infective conjunctivitis in children
goodtoknow says: Infective conjunctivitis is a very common eye condition that can make your child's eyes red, sticky and sore. Babies and young children are particularly prone to it. Your child's eyelids may 'stick together' after sleep with a gluey discharge. Although unpleasant, it's not often serious and rarely leaves any lasting damage. Infective conjunctivitis usually clears up very quickly with antibiotic drops, although these aren't always needed. However, conjunctivitis is very contagious so make sure your child washes their hands regularly and doesn't share towels. If it doesn't clear up in a few days, or the symptoms change, see your GP.
For a full medical explanation of the causes, symptoms and treatments of infective conjunctivitis from patient.co.uk, read on.
With infective conjunctivitis one or both eyes become red or pink, they may be sticky or watery and may have surface irritation. Most cases soon clear. Antibiotic drops or ointments are common treatments but are not always needed. Pain and reduced vision are not features of common infective conjunctivitis - tell your doctor if these or other worrying symptoms develop.
What is conjunctivitis?
Conjunctivitis means inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the thin 'skin' that covers the white part of the eyes and the inside of the eyelids.
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pam dawson, 7 months
Sorry I didnt mean to vote like I did I would like to rectify this to a 5 point. I found it very interesting as I have this condition at the moment. Regards Pam Dawson
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