By Dr Arpitha Rao, Consultant Ophthalmologist,
Pink eye is highly contagious
Pink eye in this season is mostly caused by adenovirus. It can be caused by several bacteria.
Symptoms
· Redness and swelling
· Watering and discharge
· Grittiness and irritation
· Itching and burning
· Crusting of the eyelids and eyelashes
See your doctor
if you have pink eye or any of the following
· Eye pain
· Sensitivity to light or blurred vision
· Eye redness
· Worsening of the symptoms
· Cloudiness of the cornea
· A weakened immune system
· Per existing eye conditions
Measures to Protect from pink eye
· Keep your hands clean
· Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes
· No sharing of personal items like hand towels, soap and pillowcases
· Disinfect the surfaces
· Cover coughs and sneezes to prevent the spread of germs
· Social distancing, avoid crowded places
· Skip swimming
· Avoid wearing contact lenses if you have pink eye
Taking care
· Visit a doctor as soon as possible and take medications / precautions as advised.
