"Viral conjunctivitis lasts a few days to a week," says Epling, while bacterial pink eye may last until it's treated with drops or ointment, "but should then resolve in a few days." Allergic ...

The lower humidity associated with winter can dry out your skin and make your hair brittle if you’re not careful. Cold, dry ...

Experts warn that the cold and dry air of winter can irritate and inflame the eyes, increasing the likelihood of contracting viral conjunctivitis in adults. It can appear alongside symptoms of a ...

This can include: OTC eye drops called artificial tears using a cold compress over the eyes cleaning your eyelids Viral conjunctivitis can take 1 to 3 weeks to clear, though symptoms may start to ...

You wake up one morning with crusty lashes. As the day goes on, your eye won't stop itching or watering. You might chalk it ...

This procedure helps in identifying the specific cause of the conjunctivitis and guides further treatment decisions. Other ...

Optometrist Jo Lindley, of Leightons Opticians warned conjunctivitis in adults can often arise at the same time that flu, cold or other respiratory symptoms start. The expert explained that adults are ...

Chlorine in swimming pools can irritate your eyes and may lead to conjunctivitis. Microbes can also get into your eyes from the swimming pool water. It’s important to know how to protect your ...

Viral conjunctivitis starts with one eye and spreads to the other and can occur with symptoms of flu and respiratory infections. On the other hand, bacterial conjunctivitis is associated with ...

As of now, there is no evidence of human-to-human transmission. Cases reported globally have been limited to animal-to-human ...

Experts warn that the cold and dry air of winter can irritate and inflame the eyes, increasing the likelihood of contracting viral conjunctivitis in adults. It can appear alongside symptoms of a ...