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Pink eye is an inflammation of the transparent membrane that lines the eyelid and eyeball. This membrane is called the conjunctiva. When small blood vessels in the conjunctiva become swollen and irritated, they're more visible. This is what causes the whites of the eyes to appear reddish or pink. Pink eye also is called conjunctivitis.
Pink eye is most often caused by a viral infection. It also can be caused by a bacterial infection, an allergic reaction or — in babies — an incompletely opened tear d...
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The most common pink eye symptoms include:
Causes of pink eye include:
Most cases of pink eye are caused by adenovirus but also ca...
Pink eye treatment is usually focused on symptom relief. Your provider may recommend:
If you wear contact lenses, you'll be advised to stop wearing them until treatment is complete. Your provider will likely recommend that you throw out soft contacts you've already worn....
Practice good hygiene to control the spread of pink eye. For instance:
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