Conjunctivitis is commonly known as Pink Eye and spread as a viral infection. In this the outermost layer of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids turns red. It spreads with the change of season. Its symptoms are- redness of the eye, increased amount of tears, itchy eyes, thick yellow discharge, burning eyes, blurred vision etc. It can affect one or both the eyes and is the most likely diagnosis in someone with eye redness and discharge (fluid coming from the eye).
It generally can be diagnosed from the symptoms itself. It is of 3 types- Viral, allergic and bacterial. To find out which kind of conjunctivitis patient is suffering from we have to conduct tests. Lap microscope is used for viral and for bacterial infection culture test is done. As always to prevent conjunctivitis maintain personal hygiene and wash eyes with fresh water on a regular basis in this season. Further on it can be prevented by
not touching your eyes again and again with infected or dirty hands.
In case you suffer from this infection then remember not to rub your eyes, it only helps spreading of infection.
No comments:
Post a Comment