Sunday, February 16, 2014

What is Pink eye

What is Pinkeye-  Conjunctivitis, also known as pinkeye, involves the inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin, transparent membrane that covers the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids. Some forms of conjunctivitis are infectious and can spread very quickly, a fact that has given pinkeye quite a notorious reputation. However, pinkeye is a very common eye problem, and, with proper treatment, it rarely

 How it spreads  -  It is spread through contact with the eye drainage, which contains the virus or bacteria that caused the pinkeye. Touching an infected eye leaves drainage on your hand. If you touch your other eye or an object when you have drainage on your hand, the virus or bacteria can be spread. The following tips help prevent the spread of pinkeye. Wash your hands before and after: Touching the eyes or face. 






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