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How to treat conjunctivitis - pinkeye
Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is a thin, transparent membrane that lines the eyelids and portions of the underlying eyeball. Conjunctivitis is usually caused by viruses, bacteria, or allergies.
Symptoms
- bloodshot eye
- a discharge in the eye that with bacterial conjunctivitis may be thick and white or creamy swollen, itchy eyelid
Treatment
- Gently bathe eyelid with tap water and a clean wash cloth to keep the area clean and free of discharge.
- Antibiotic eyedrops or...
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