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Conjunctivitis/ Eye Flu
Conjunctivit is is an infection of the conjunctiva (the front 'skin' of the eye). It is also called "pink eye" or “eye flu”
Conjunctivitis/ Eye Flu
It is very common especially during rainy season
Conjunctivitis/ Eye Flu
Most cases are caused by common viruses - often the
same ones that cause coughs and colds
Conjunctivitis/ Eye Flu
Infective conjunctivitis is not serious and clears within a week or so without leaving any permanent
damage to the eye
Symptoms
It usually involves both eyes though occasionally it may start in one eye which later spreads to the
other over a few days
Symptoms
The eye is red or pink and is associated with grittiness
and soreness
Symptoms
The eyelids become swollen, and are often stuck together
with gluey material ('discharge') after a sleep
Treatment• Not treatment is an option for mild infections as it clears on its own within 1-2 weeks.
• Bathing the eyes from inside is not recommended as it washes off all the germ fighting proteins being secreted in the tears.
• Lubricant eye drops may be used to reduce eye discomfort.
Prevention
Do not wear contact lenses until symptoms have completely gone
PreventionInfective conjunctivitis is contagious and spreads by touch and through objects touched by infected hands. To prevent spread to other people:
•Wash your hands regularly, particularly after touching your eyes.•Do not share towels, pillows, handkerchiefs or utensils.
When to go to Doctor
All case should be screened to confirm the diagnosis especially when patient develops ::•Marked eye pain.•Intolerance to light (photophobia).•Spots or blisters on the skin next to the eye.•Blurring of vision which does not improve with blinking.
Does a patient need to stay off school / work?
The safest approach to avoid spread is to stay home until
there is no longer any discharge from the eye(s)
Does a patient need to stay off school / work?
Viral conjunctivitis spreads easily between people.
Younger children, who may not remember to wash their hands or avoid touching their
eyes, should probably not attend school until the discharge has resolved.
Does a patient need to stay off school / work?
Older students or adults may choose
to attend school/work, although they
should limit close contact with others
The Lifeline –Hand Washing
Hand washing is an essential and highly
effective way to prevent the spread
of infection
The Lifeline –Hand Washing
Hands should be wet with water and plain soap, and rubbed together for 15 to
30 seconds. It is not necessary to use
antibacterial hand soap
The Lifeline –Hand Washing
Teach children to wash their hands before and after eating and after touching the eyes,
coughing, or sneezing.
The Lifeline –Hand Washing
Alcohol-based hand rubs are not effective against the more common
viruses causing conjunctivitis and are therefore not recommended for
disinfection of hands.
Care about your Precious Gift of Sight
Thank You
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