Posted on May 25, 2009 in Latest News
Bacterial pink eye or bacterial conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the thin, clear membrane that covers the white of the eye and the inner portion of the eyelids. This infection is caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, and Hemophilus influenzae. Bacterial pink eye can cause eye pain and redness, including swelling of eye lids.
A common sign of bacterial pink eye is greenish or yellowish discharge and one may wake up from sleep with the eyelids stuck, due to the accumulation of the discharge. The infection can spread from one eye to another and can be accompanied with respiratory infection or ear pain.
Bacterial Pink Eye Symptoms:
Following are the symptoms of bacterial pink eye:
- Eye redness
- Pain
- Yellow or Greenish discharge
- Swelling of eyelids
Treatment of Bacterial Pink Eye:
Your doctor may prescribe the following to treat bacterial pink eye:
- Antibiotic drops
- Oral antibiotics
- Antibiotic creams
If the bacterial conjunctivitis is accompanied with cold, cough, earache etc. the same bacteria which caused these symptoms might have triggered the bacterial pink eye. In such case, oral antibiotics are needed to fight the infection.
Warm wet washcloths can be applied to the eyes for relief. The washcloth can also be used to gently remove the discharge.
Avoid using old medications for bacterial conjunctivitis, as it can be contaminated from the previous infection. As bacterial pink eye is contagious, avoid sharing towels, washcloths, or other objects with the infected person. Regular washing of hands can also prevent the spread of bacterial conjunctivitis
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