What causes pink eye - How Long does last Pinkeye??

What causes pink eye??

I guess everybody have pinkeye at least once in our lifes.

The most common questions about pinkeye are:

First place 

Is pinkeye contagious?

Yes yes yes

How long does pinkeye last?

Well about 7 to 10 days.

This are the answers you want to know about pinkeye, but there much more to say about this disease also known as conjunctivitis.

 

Dis you know that Pink eye (conjunctivitis) generally remains contagious as long as the eye continues to tear and produce a discharge. 

Signs and symptoms of pink eye usually improve within three to seven days. When tearing and discharge are no longer present, it's appropriate for a child to return to school or child care.

 

If the pink eye is caused by a bacterial infection, treatment with antibiotic drops or ointment for the eyes may be necessary. Some schools and child care facilities require that a child wait at least 24 hours after starting treatment before returning. 

 

Good hygiene — including hand-washing after touching the eyes — is important to minimize spread of the disease

 

How contagious is pink eye

How contagious is pink eye?????

Fisrt of all we need to know what causes Pinkeye?

Most cases of pinkeye are caused by:

• Infections caused by viruses or bacteria.
• Dry eyes from lack of tears or exposure to wind and sun.
• Chemicals, fumes, or smoke (chemical conjunctivitis).
• Allergies.

There are two types of Pinkeye Viral or Bacterial

 

And are both contagious

Viral and bacterial pinkeye are contagious and spread very easily. Since most pinkeye is caused by viruses for which there is usually no medical treatment, preventing its spread is important. Poor hand-washing is the main cause of the spread of pinkeye. Sharing an object, such as a washcloth or towel, with a person who has pinkeye can spread the infection.

Viral pinkeye

Viral pinkeye is often caused by an adenovirus, which is a common respiratory virus that can also cause a sore throat or upper respiratory infection. The herpes virus can also cause viral pinkeye.

How long does pink eye last

How long does pink eye last??

So you have conjunctivitis, and want to know how long this disease will last?

Pinkeye is very common. It usually is not serious and goes away in 7 to 10 days without medical treatment.

Yep without any kind of remedy.

Want to know what are the causes of pinkeye?

Most cases of pinkeye are caused by:

• Infections caused by viruses or bacteria.
• Dry eyes from lack of tears or exposure to wind and sun.
• Chemicals, fumes, or smoke (chemical conjunctivitis).
• Allergies.