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Commonly known as pinkeye, conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva

Commonly known as pinkeye, conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye and lines the inner surface of the eyelids. It is a fairly frequent condition and usually causes no danger to the eye. The inflammation can have many causes, the most common of which are infectious, allergic and irritant and each requires different treatments. With the exception of the allergic or irritant types, conjunctivitis is very contagious.

It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, an allergy or reaction (to dust, pollen, smoke, fumes or chemicals) or, in the case of giant papillary conjunctivitis, a foreign body on the eye, typically a contact lens.
Bacterial conjunctivitis is often caused by bacteria such as staphylococcus and streptococcus. The severity of the infection depends on the type of bacteria involved. In bacterial conjunctivitis, the discharge from the eyes can be thick and colored . Sometimes the discharge can cause the eyelids to stick together when people awaken.
The organisms that origin the sexually transmitted diseases (for example, gonorrea and Chlamydia) can also infect the eyes and lead to conjunctivitis. This type of eye infection can occur in sexually active people and in newborns who acquire the infection at birth from their mothers.
The viral type is often associated with an upper respiratory tract infection, flu, common cold or sore throat. In viral or allergic conjunctivitis, the discharge may be thinner and clear.
Allergic conjunctivitis occurs more frequently among people with allergic conditions lead to pollen, animal dander or dust mites and the symptoms are often seasonal. Sometimes, it may also be caused by intolerance to substances such as cosmetics, perfume or drugs. The allergic type usually affects both eyes at the same time.
Irritant conjunctivitis can be caused by chemicals such as those in chlorine and soaps or air pollutants such as smoke and fumes.
In the case of giant papillary conjunctivitis, it is necessary to stop wearing the contact lenses, at least for a little while. The eye doctor may also recommend that patients switch to a different type of contact lens, to prevent the conjunctivitis from recurring.
The most obvious sign of conjunctivitis is a pink eye but the different types can have different symptoms. One of the most common symptoms is discomfort or pain in the eye, which may feel like having sand. Itchiness and tearing are common with allergic conjunctivitis.
Viral and bacterial conjunctivitis are contagious and can spread from one eye to the other by touching them. A person can first become infected from direct contact with someone who has the infection, or something that person has touched, such as a used tissue. The infectious organisms can also spread through coughing and sneezing. In addition, certain viruses spread in the summertime, specially, when children swim in contaminated water or share contaminated towels. Allergic or irritant conjunctivitis are not contagious.
Conjunctivitis requires medical attention. The appropriate treatment depends on the cause of the problem. Doctors don’t normally prescribe medication for viral conjunctivitis. Bacterial conjunctivitis is usually treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointments that cover a broad range of bacteria whereas antihistamine allergy pills or eyedrops will help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms. For giant papillary conjunctivitis, the doctor may prescribe eyedrops to reduce inflammation and itching.

Pink eye: preventive measures

* Wash your hands frequently and avoid touching or rubbing your eyes.
* Do not share eye makeup or other cosmetics used on their eyes
* Do not share towels, washcloths, or other wipes
* Cover mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
* Consult your doctor in case medication is needed.
* See a doctor if the eye discharge is yellow, if the eye or eyelid is red, or if the symptoms don’t start improving after 2-3 days.
* Keep away from school and child care centres until cleared by a physician that the ailment is not contagious, or until symptoms have resolved.
* In the case of allergic conjunctivitis, keep windows and doors closed on days when the pollen is heavy, and dust and vacuum frequently to limit allergy triggers in the home.
* Irritant conjunctivitis can only be prevented by avoiding the irritating causes.
* People wearing contact lenses should discontinue use if infected and possibly replace contacts
by Wilma Sanz