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Understanding Conjunctivitis Symptoms: Is It Really Pink Eye?

Symptoms of conjunctivitis? Hello Doctor: I visited a doctor due to discomfort in my eyes, and I was informed that I have conjunctivitis. I found information online about conjunctivitis, which almost always mentions redness and swelling of the eyes. However, I only notice my eyes...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Conjunctival redness is most commonly caused by conjunctivitis, but there are many other issues that can lead to red eyes. Waking up in the morning with red eyes and a foreign body sensation can sometimes occur due to decreased tear production during sleep, which may impro...

Understanding Acute Conjunctivitis: Symptoms and Treatment Options

Acute conjunctivitis Hello! I would like to ask about the symptoms of acute conjunctivitis. Besides ointments and eye drops, what other treatment methods are available? My nephew, who is a premature baby, is 3 years old. On November 26, 2015, his eyes were swollen, so I took him ...

Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Hello, acute inflammation caused by an infection of the conjunctiva leads to symptoms such as redness and swelling of the eyes, tearing, pain, photophobia, and increased eye discharge, commonly referred to as "pink eye." It tends to have seasonal outbreaks, with a highe...

Understanding Yellow Eye Discharge: Causes and Solutions

Please ask your question? Having yellow eye discharge (thick and moist) or sometimes a translucent but sticky discharge from both eyes every morning could indicate a few conditions. It may be a sign of conjunctivitis (pink eye), which can be caused by infections, allergies, or ir...

Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
You have chronic conjunctivitis, and if it is very yellow and thick, it may be due to a bacterial infection. It is recommended to perform a bacterial culture and then apply antibiotic eye drops.