Is it pink eye or allergies? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. It’s that time of year—flowers are blooming and the sun is shining. But, how do you know if you’re suffering from allergies or pink eye? Conjunctivitis, often referred to as pink eye, is highly contagious and can be a virus or bacteria. Millions of cases of conjunctivitis are reported every year. Itchy eyes, eye redness, swelling inside the eyelids and excessive tearing can be symptoms of both a allergies and pink eye. However, if you notice eye discharge, crusty eyelids, or if you feel like something is stuck in your eye—it’s more likely to be pink eye. Pink eye usually lasts anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks. If you have red eyes, make an appointment to see your doctor and remember to wash your hands! Also, avoid rubbing your eyes and spreading it from one eye to the next. And ladies – you’ll need to replace your mascara. This Stay Young Medical Minute is brought to you by Executive Medicine of Texas, a leader in preventative and proactive medicine. Visit EMTexas.com that’s EMTexas.com
https://www.cdc.gov/conjunctivitis/index.html
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