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