Conjunctivitis, or conjunctivitis, occurs as a result of inflammation in the eyes. One of the eye allergies that increases in the spring months is conjunctivitis. The most common symptoms of this disease are pain, itching and burning sensation in the eyes. So what is conjunctivitis? Why does it happen? What are the treatment techniques? The answers to these questions are in our news…
What is conjunctivitis?
Conjunctivitis is used to name the disease that occurs as a result of inflammation or infection of the thin membrane called the conjunctiva that covers the inner surface of the eyelid and part of the white surface of the eye. The most common causes of conjunctivitis are viruses and bacteria, but other causes include allergies, ultraviolet light, and chemical or environmental irritants.
Viral conjunctivitis is caused by the same viruses that are also often responsible for the common cold. These viruses are very contagious (it spreads easily from person to person). It usually starts in one eye and spreads to another eye within a few days.
Bacterial conjunctivitis is caused by various types of bacteria. Bacterial conjunctivitis is also contagious and often short-term antibiotic drops or ointments should be used.
Allergic conjunctivitis is not contagious and occurs most often in spring, summer and early autumn. It is most often triggered by exposure to plant pollen and grass. Pets or individuals allergic to dust mites may be affected throughout the year.
What are the symptoms of conjunctivitis?
The formation of a pink or red color in the white part of the eye
One or two lumpy pains
One or two favorite itching or burning sensations
Inability to open the eyelids or eyelashes, especially in the morning
Favorite watering
Eye discharge
Eyelid swelling
Burr in the eyes
Increased sensitivity to light
How is conjunctivitis treated?
Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis
If you have allergic conjunctivitis, your physician may prescribe various eye drops for allergies. Cold compresses and artificial tears are effective in treating moderate to severe events. In more severe cases, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and antihistamines are used.
Treatment for viral conjunctivitis
There is no random treatment available for viral conjunctivitis. Your doctor may prescribe an antiviral medication for conjunctivitis caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Bacterial conjunctivitis treatment
More than half of bacterial conjunctivitis cases improve within one to two weeks without treatment. It is often treated with antibiotic eye drops or creams. It is valuable to use antibiotics until the end so that the disease does not relapse.
