Eye Problems - Eye Infections January 19, 2008
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Eye Infections
Your eyes can get infections from bacteria, fungi or viruses. Eye infections can occur in different parts of the eye and can affect just one eye or both. Two common eye infections are
- Conjunctivitis - also known as pink eye. Conjunctivitis is often due to an infection. Children frequently get it, and it is very contagious.
- Stye - a bump on the eyelid that happens when bacteria from your skin get into the hair follicle of an eyelash.
Symptoms of eye infections may include redness, itching, swelling, discharge, pain, or problems with vision. Treatment depends on the cause of the infection and may include compresses, eye drops, creams or antibiotics.
You should see your doctor or eye care professional if you have:
- eye pain, altered vision, or severe redness of the eye
- recurring eye problems
- eye problems along with a chronic condition such as diabetes
- you have been treating symptoms for 48 hours and have experienced no improvement
- the condition worsens with your own treatment - or, the doctor’s treatment is not working
- the condition has lasted longer then 48 hours with no treatment
Actually, always see your doctor. Your eyes are so important. Always take a pro-active interest in your vision!
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