Conjunctivitis: Common symptoms and prevention

Conjunctivitis: symptoms and prevention : According to reports, cases of conjunctivitis cases in Tamil Nadu are at peak due to heavy rains. However, according to experts, conjunctivitis can be caused due to heavy moisture in the air and also during winters.

Conjunctivitis Symptoms :

Common symptoms of conjunctivitis are redness, itchiness, irritation and grittiness in the eyes. This also causes continuous discharge of a teary fluid from eyes. It is highly contagious and is common among children.

Here’s how you can protect your eyes from this common infection:

• Always rinse your eyes properly whenever you come from outside. Make sure that you remove eye make up at any cost before going to bed.

• Use clean towels, tissues, pillowcases and bed sheets to prevent this infection.

• Avoid constantly touching your eyes. Use a clean handkerchief or tissue in case of any irritation.

• If you wear lens, remember to take them off before washing your face, going for a shower or sleeping

• Always use eye drops prescribed by a doctor only

• Always wear sunglasses when going out in the sun or in public places

• Immediately see an eye specialist in case of any problem

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