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What Causes Pink Eye?
Question: How can i tell what type of pink eye i have
Brief Answer:
usually not tested for type
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
When we see patients with pink eye the most common causes are viral or bacterial.
Viral is more common but we ususally just give patients antibiotic eye drops to cover it in case it is bacterial.
If it is itchy and there is pus you probably need antibiotic eye drops. If it is just red and not too itchy it could even be from allergies.
It is possible for a doctor to culture the fluid from the eyes but it is not usually done. We usually go by symptoms and just treat for allergies or infection.
Cool compresses often help but do not use ice on the eyes. Saline eye drops may also help relieve symptoms.
Regrds,
Dr. Robinson
usually not tested for type
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
When we see patients with pink eye the most common causes are viral or bacterial.
Viral is more common but we ususally just give patients antibiotic eye drops to cover it in case it is bacterial.
If it is itchy and there is pus you probably need antibiotic eye drops. If it is just red and not too itchy it could even be from allergies.
It is possible for a doctor to culture the fluid from the eyes but it is not usually done. We usually go by symptoms and just treat for allergies or infection.
Cool compresses often help but do not use ice on the eyes. Saline eye drops may also help relieve symptoms.
Regrds,
Dr. Robinson
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Its itchy, but no pus. The drainage is clear. But its sore. Feels like something is in my eye .
Brief Answer:
foreign body sensation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, If it feels like something is in your eye, that could be a corneal abrasion so you should probably see your doctor or go to an urgent care. Corneal abrasions needs treatment to prevent further damage to the cornea and vision problems
Regards
Dr. Robinson
foreign body sensation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, If it feels like something is in your eye, that could be a corneal abrasion so you should probably see your doctor or go to an urgent care. Corneal abrasions needs treatment to prevent further damage to the cornea and vision problems
Regards
Dr. Robinson
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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