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  2. Aug 1, 2022 · Pink eye may be caused by a bacterial infection, a viral infection, an allergic reaction, or an environmental irritant. Pink eye is very contagious and is spread through close physical contact. Home remedies include using cold compresses to soothe the eye and wiping away any discharge with a warm washcloth.

  3. Aug 10, 2020 · Your child wakes up with crusty, watery eyes. It could be signs of conjunctivitis—a highly contagious eye infection. Here’s how to treat pink eye in children.

  4. Jun 1, 2018 · Identification. Pictures. Causes. Seeking help. Treatment. How’s it spread? Q&A. Daycare and school. Prevention. Outlook. What is pink eye? One or both of your toddler’s eyes can become red or...

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  5. Oct 28, 2021 · Soak a clean, lint-free cloth in water and wring it out before applying it to the closed eyelid. If the pink eye is in only in one eye, avoid touching the other one to prevent spread. Children who wear contact lenses may need to stop wearing them until the symptoms are gone. Good hygiene is important, too.

  6. Aug 22, 2022 · If you or your child has bacterial or viral pink eye, your healthcare provider may recommend staying home from work, school or daycare until you’re no longer contagious. Check with your healthcare provider to find out how long that may be.

  7. If you think your child has pinkeye, it's important to see your health care provider to learn what's causing it and how to treat it. Other serious eye conditions can have similar symptoms, so a child who complains of severe pain, changes in eyesight, swelling around the eyes, or sensitivity to light should be examined.

  8. Apr 16, 2019 · Clear eyes ahead. When it comes to treating pink eye, if it’s the viral kind, unfortunately, antibiotics don’t help, said Moore: “It’s the same as with the cold or flu. If it’s viral, it just needs to run its course.” That means your child might have viral pink eye for seven to 10 days.

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