Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis

Have your eyes gone red? Are you suffering from severe itching and inflammation of the eyes? Watch out, for you may be having a condition known as Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis. Read on to know what is Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis Definition

Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis is a type of Conjunctivitis or inflammation of the Conjunctiva of the eyes. It generally arises due to exposure of the eyes to allergenic substances present in contact lenses

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This disease is said to account for approximately 0.5 – 1% of all kinds of eye diseases. (more…)

Allergic Conjunctivitis

Are you suffering from an intense itching in your eyes for the last couple of days? Have your eyes got red and swollen? Allergic Conjunctivitis may be your problem. Read on to know all about Allergic Conjunctivitis, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

What Is Allergic Conjunctivitis?

Allergic Conjunctivitis is a type of Conjunctivitis characterised by inflammation of the conjunctiva or the tissue that lines the eyelids. It results from a natural reaction of the body against allergens like dander and pollen.

In Allergic Conjunctivitis one eye or even both eyes may be affected. (more…)

Chlamydial Conjunctivitis

Are you lately suffering from a whitish or yellowish white discharge from the eyes? Watch out, for you may be having Chlamydial Conjunctivitis. Read on to know all about Chlamydial Conjunctivitis, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

What is Chlamydial Conjunctivitis?

Chlamydial Conjunctivitis is a type of eye infection caused by Chlamydia bacteria. This is one of the major types of Conjunctivitis and is said to be one of the main reasons behind blindness all over the world. In recent years, it has become less common but is regarded to be a highly contagious infection. (more…)

Bacterial Conjunctivitis

Are you suffering from redness and discharge from your eyes lately? Watch out, for you may be having Bacterial Conjunctivitis. Know all about Bacterial Conjunctivitis, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

What Is Bacterial Conjunctivitis?

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Bacterial Conjunctivitis is a type of Conjunctivitis, or inflammation of the conjunctiva – the transparent mucous membrane covering the eyeball and the area under the surface of the eyelid. This is an infectious condition and can be acute or chronic. (more…)

Conjunctivitis In Babies

Is your baby suffering from red or pink swollen eyes? Is he or she suffering from watery discharge from the eyes? Watch out, you may be having a Conjunctivitis baby. Read on to know all about Conjunctivitis in Babies and find out how to treat the disease in your kid.

Conjunctivitis in Babies

Conjunctivitis, as you are probably aware, is an inflammation of the Conjunctiva, a thin transparent tissue layer lining the white part of the eyes. It is one of most common eye infections around the world. Conjunctivitis in babies is usually a result of a bacterial, viral or allergenic infection.

Conjunctivitis in Babies Symptoms

Some of the major symptoms of Conjunctivitis in babies are

Redness

The whites of one or both eyes of babies appear red to view. In newborns, the lower rim of either eyelid may turn red due to this infection.

Inflammation

The condition typically gives rise to swelling of the whites of one of the eyes or both of them. Inflammation is one of the earliest signs of Conjunctivitis in babies. There is mild swelling in the initial stages that may turn severe in later phases.

Watery Discharge

Conjunctivitis babies typically have a thin, watery secretion from their eyes during the entire period that the disease lasts. In later stages, the discharge may contain yellow or white pus and mucus that make clear vision extremely difficult. Mucus discharge can give rise to crusts on the eyelashes and make the eyelids stick together, especially after sleep. Discharge is common in case of Conjunctivitis caused by allergy.

Pain

There is a mild pain in the eyes in the early stages of Conjunctivitis. This becomes severe with passing hours and is accompanied with soreness, itching and a burning sensation. There is also a gritty sensation that makes sufferers feel like they have sand particles in the eyes. (more…)

Viral Conjunctivitis – Symptoms, Duration, Causes and Treatment

Are you suffering from itchiness in the eyes and having water draining from them? You may be a victim of Viral Conjunctivitis. Read on to know what is Viral Conjunctivitis, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Viral Conjunctivitis Definition

Viral Conjunctivitis is a type of Conjunctivitis or inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane that covers the whites of the eyes as well as the inner surface of the eyelids. This is the most common kind of eye infection. It results from an infection of the eyes by a virus, often by a variety that may also cause common cold.

Viral Conjunctivitis occurs in 20% of all cases of Conjunctivitis. It is also often referred to as Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis (EKC).

Viral Conjunctivitis Signs and Symptoms

Some of the main Viral Conjunctivitis symptoms are

Eye Redness

In patients of Viral Conjunctivitis redness of eyes is the first symptom. One or both eyes can get red within a short while after the beginning of infection. In some cases, redness occurs due to a Subconjunctival Hemorrhage which causes bleeding between the conjunctiva and the sclera.

Eye Itching

Most sufferers of this condition complain of itchiness in the eyes. In sufferers of Viral Conjunctivitis red eyes are accompanied with itchiness that may vary from mild to acute.

Mild Eye Pain

For patients of Viral Conjunctivitis pain in the eyes is the most common symptom. In Viral Conjunctivitis eye pain can be moderate or severe.

Eye Discharge

In individuals affected with Viral Conjunctivitis watery eyes is a very discomforting condition. In Viral Conjunctivitis eye discharge results in blurry vision and difficulty in seeing things.

Gritty Sensation

Patients of this disease also suffer from a discomforting sensation of having sand-like particles in their eyes.

Mucus Discharge

In later stages of Viral Conjunctivitis yellow discharge from the eyes may also occur. This is a sign of infection which causes discharge of mucus from the eyes. In case of mucus discharge in Viral Conjunctivitis blurred vision is common.

In Viral Conjunctivitis one eye is usually infected first and develops complications. But the infection spreads fast to the other eye as well. In most cases of Viral Conjunctivitis other eye is also affected. (more…)

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye or Madras Eye)

Are you feeling like sand has got stuck in your eyes? Finding it difficult to stare at the computer screen for long? Watch out, you may be suffering from Conjunctivitis. Read on to know about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Conjunctivitis.

What Is Conjunctivitis?

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Conjunctivitis is a condition that is characterized by an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin filmy membrane that forms a lining around the front of the eye.

The disease is known as “Pink Eye”, “Sore Eyes” or “Bloodshot Eyes” in the US. It is one of the most common non-traumatic eye complaints around the world. (more…)