What are two symptoms of conjunctivitis?

Symptoms

  • Pink or red color in the white of the eye(s)
  • Swelling of the conjunctiva (the thin layer that lines the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelid) and/or eyelids.
  • Increased tear production.
  • Feeling like a foreign body is in the eye(s) or an urge to rub the eye(s)
  • Itching, irritation, and/or burning.

What does the start of conjunctivitis feel like?

Redness in one or both eyes. Itchiness in one or both eyes. A gritty feeling in one or both eyes. A discharge in one or both eyes that forms a crust during the night that may prevent your eye or eyes from opening in the morning.

What is irritative conjunctivitis?

an allergic reaction to a substance such as pollen or dust mites – this is known as allergic conjunctivitis. the eye coming into contact with things that can irritate the conjunctiva, such as shampoo or chlorinated water, or a loose eyelash rubbing against the eye – this is known as irritant conjunctivitis.

Can conjunctivitis make you feel unwell?

Your eyes may feel gritty, watery or sticky and your eyelids may become swollen and get stuck together, especially in the mornings. Your vision may be blurred due to tears or sticky discharge. You may also get flu-like symptoms such as a sore throat, fever, muscle ache, and feel generally unwell.

Will conjunctivitis go away by itself?

The infection will usually clear up in 7 to 14 days without treatment and without any long-term consequences. However, in some cases, viral conjunctivitis can take 2 to 3 weeks or more to clear up. A doctor can prescribe antiviral medication to treat more serious forms of conjunctivitis.

How can you tell the difference between viral and bacterial conjunctivitis?

Bacterial pink eye often appears redder than viral pink eye. While viral pink eye may cause your eyes to water, bacterial pink eye is often accompanied by green or yellow discharge. Viral pink eye also often begins with a cold, whereas bacterial pink eye is associated with respiratory infections.

Is headache a symptom of conjunctivitis?

Allergic conjunctivitis is often accompanied by other allergy symptoms such as a runny nose. Poor vision, increased sensitivity to light, the feeling that you have something in your eye, or a severe headache together with nausea are rare, but may be signs of a more serious problem.

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