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Conjunctivitis
Is it good to apply heat to acute conjunctivitis?
Acute conjunctivitis is usually caused by bacterial infection, also known as pink eye. In the early stages of treating acute conjunctivitis, it is necessary to choose sensitive antibiotics for anti-infection treatment, such as antibiotic eye drops. Frequent application can alleviate symptoms. Generally, it is not recommended to apply heat as this can easily lead to the spread of local infection and may also lead to cross-infection. However, appropriate local cold compresses can be applied, as acute conjunctivitis is characterized by symptoms such as redness, swelling, heat, pain, and increased secretions. Local cold compresses can help reduce symptoms and relieve discomfort.
Acute conjunctivitis symptoms
Acute conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is highly contagious and frequently occurs during the spring and autumn seasons. The onset of the disease is sudden with an incubation period of one to three days. The disease can affect both eyes either simultaneously or one to two days apart. The inflammation is most severe three to four days after onset and then gradually subsides. The duration of the disease is generally less than three weeks. The main clinical symptoms include a foreign body sensation, burning, itching, photophobia, tearing, and increased discharge.
What department should I go to for conjunctivitis?
Conjunctivitis is one of the most common diseases in ophthalmology. The causes of the disease can be divided into microbial and non-biological categories, and depending on different sources, it can be classified as exogenous or endogenous. It can also be caused by the spread of inflammation from adjacent tissues. The most common cause is microbial infection, involving pathogens such as bacteria or chlamydia. Patients with conjunctivitis should consult an ophthalmologist.
How to deal with acute conjunctivitis?
Acute conjunctivitis can also be called pink eye. It is an acute inflammatory reaction of the conjunctiva, mainly caused by bacterial infection, commonly by Staphylococcus aureus. The treatment mainly involves local anti-infection treatment, using antibiotic eye drops such as chloramphenicol eye drops, ofloxacin eye drops, or tobramycin eye drops. While using topical antimicrobial drugs, it is important to avoid rubbing the eyes with hands and avoid prolonged use of the eyes.
How to care for conjunctivitis?
Patients with conjunctivitis should eliminate the cause and undertake anti-infection treatment. If sensitive to light, wearing sunglasses can help reduce irritation from light. Strict attention must be paid to personal and collective hygiene. It is advocated to frequently wash hands and face, and avoid rubbing the eyes with hands or clothing. Patients need to be isolated to prevent contagion and stop the spread of infection. It is also important to strictly disinfect face-washing implements, hand towels, and items that have come into contact with the patient.
How should chronic conjunctivitis be treated?
Chronic conjunctivitis is a chronic inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by various reasons, with complex etiology, mainly manifested as mild conjunctival congestion and a small amount of mucous secretion, often affecting both eyes. Chronic conjunctivitis is not self-limiting and can be difficult to treat. Treatment is targeted based on different causative factors, along with the appropriate use of antibiotic eye drops and ointments. In cases of chronic staphylococcal conjunctivitis, erythromycin responds quite well, while a broad-spectrum antibiotic eye drop, aminoglycoside eye drops, or ointments may be chosen for other bacterial causes. For cases where the above medications are ineffective, a conjunctival scraping can be performed for bacterial culture and sensitivity testing, and the medication can be adjusted based on the results.
How is conjunctivitis transmitted?
Conjunctivitis is one of the most common diseases in ophthalmology. Its causes can be divided into microbial and non-microbial categories. It is mainly transmitted through contact, so it is necessary to pay strict attention to personal and public hygiene. It is advised to frequently wash hands and face, and to avoid wiping eyes with hands or sleeves. Patients in the acute phase need to be isolated to prevent transmission and avoid outbreaks. Strict disinfection of the patient's used face washing implements, towels, and contacted items is also necessary.
How to distinguish between viral conjunctivitis and allergic conjunctivitis?
Allergic conjunctivitis mainly presents with itching and conjunctival edema, generally without obvious secretions. Viral conjunctivitis usually has watery secretions and lacks significant itching. In terms of treatment, viral conjunctivitis is primarily treated with antiviral medications, such as aciclovir eye drops and ganciclovir eye drops. The treatment for allergic conjunctivitis mainly involves steroid eye drops and non-steroidal eye drops, and also requires the use of anti-inflammatory eye drops. Neither type of conjunctivitis should be treated with warm compresses. For allergic conjunctivitis, it is also important to avoid allergens, while for viral conjunctivitis, it is crucial to be aware of any visual impairments. (Note: The use of medications should be carried out under the guidance of a professional doctor.)
How is conjunctivitis caused?
Conjunctivitis is one of the most common diseases in ophthalmology. The causes can be divided into microbial and non-microbial categories, and based on different sources, they can be categorized as exogenous or endogenous. It may also be caused by the spread of inflammation from adjacent tissues, with the most common cause being microbial infections. The pathogens can be bacteria or chlamydia, with occasional fungal, Rickettsia, and parasitic infections.
What to do with acute conjunctivitis?
Acute conjunctivitis is the acute inflammatory response of the conjunctiva, primarily caused by bacterial infection. The main treatment is the local use of antibacterials, such as tobramycin eye drops, ofloxacin eye drops, or chloramphenicol eye drops. Simultaneously with antibacterial treatment, it is necessary to practice frequent hand washing, avoid rubbing the eyes, wash the face with running water, and keep items like towels and handkerchiefs separate from others and frequently disinfected. During acute conjunctivitis, it is important to avoid contact with others, as it can be contagious through contact.