Pink eye or conjunctivitis is defined as the inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the transparent mucous membrane that covers the eye. Pink eye can affect people of all ages – from newborn to elderly. It is present all over the world and yes, even adults can be affected. However, it is always common [...]
Eye Drops for Pink Eye
December 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Although pink eye or conjunctivitis is common in one’s life experience, it can still greatly affect our daily activities because of the symptoms one feels and its contagiousness. We always look for the medications that can ease or soothe our symptoms like in the form of eye drops. However, its contagiousness cannot be prevented because [...]
Pink Eye Antibiotics
November 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Pink eye, which is also known as conjunctivitis or madras eye, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the outer layer of the eye. It is characterized by redness, itchiness, tearing and discharges. Antibiotic medications are used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. As the name implies, this type of pink eye is caused by bacteria and antibiotic [...]
How and why Pink Eye is contagious?
November 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Pink eye or conjunctivitis is a condition wherein the conjunctiva, which is the protective layer of the eyes and the inner surface of the eyelids, is infected. It can either be caused by bacteria, viruses or natural allergens. Is pink eye contagious? Actually, out of the three main causes mentioned above, the bacterial and viral [...]