Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
You might experience a few of the following signs: Eye redness and difficulties opening up the eyes in the morning Sticky or watery eye fluid Mild itchiness, burning, or scratching Can’t stand bright lights. Mild bacterial conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is typically treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointment. The most commonly prescribed antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis are erythromycin, sulfacetamide, and polymyxin B. The duration of treatment usually ranges from 3-7 days. To help alleviate symptoms, you can also do the following: Apply a warm compress to your eye to help reduce redness and discomfort Clean your eyelids with a damp cloth to remove crusts Use artificial tears to keep your eyes lubricated Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes Practice good hygiene by washing your hands frequently Avoid sharing personal items such as towels, eye drops, or makeup It’s important to see a doctor if your symptoms are severe, if you have a fever, or if your symptoms have not improved after a few days of treatment. It’s also important to note that if you wear contact lenses, you should stop wearing them until the infection has cleared up.
Pink Eye – conjunctivitis
Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is the thin membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and part of the eye’s surface.
How to administer eye drops correctly
Patients often make the mistake of using their eye drops incorrectly, leading to inaccurate dosing, wasted medication, running out of drops earlier than necessary, and potential side effects from systemic absorption.