Does conjunctivitis require injections?

Written by Peng Xi Feng
Ophthalmology
Updated on September 01, 2024
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Conjunctivitis generally does not require injections. Treatment is based on the cause, primarily with local medication, and systemic medication is used only when necessary. During the acute phase, avoid bandaging the affected eye. First, using eye drops is the most basic way to administer treatment for conjunctivitis. Second, apply eye ointment, preferably before going to sleep. Third, rinse the conjunctival sac. Fourth, for severe conjunctivitis, such as gonococcal conjunctivitis, in addition to local treatment, systemic antibiotics are also necessary.

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Is conjunctivitis prone to recurrence?

Conjunctivitis is a type of localized inflammation, similar to other inflammations. This disease may recur frequently, especially in children, infants, elderly or frail patients, or those with chronic debilitating diseases such as diabetes. Due to weaker bodily resistance, these individuals are more susceptible to repeated bacterial infections. To avoid such situations, it is advised to pay attention to healthy dietary habits, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and appropriately increase physical exercise to enhance resistance, thereby minimizing the chances of disease recurrence.

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Conjunctivitis is treated how?

Conjunctivitis is treated based on the cause, primarily with local medication and systemic treatment when necessary, and it is advisable to avoid bandaging the affected eye during the acute phase. First, eye drops are the most basic method of administering medication for treating conjunctivitis. Second, eye ointment should preferably be applied before bedtime. Third, when there is excessive secretion in the conjunctival sac, it is necessary to rinse the conjunctival sac. Fourth, severe conjunctivitis, such as gonococcal conjunctivitis, requires systemic treatment with antibiotics or sulfonamides.

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What should you not eat if you have conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is characterized by conjunctival congestion, exudation, papillary hypertrophy, and follicle formation due to infection, allergies, or trauma. It is a common eye disease in ophthalmology, and generally does not severely affect vision. Patients with conjunctivitis should avoid spicy foods such as onions, leeks, garlic, chili peppers, lamb, dog meat, etc. It is also best for patients with conjunctivitis to consume less shrimp, crab, and other seafood that may exacerbate the condition. Additionally, patients should avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.

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How is conjunctivitis transmitted?

Conjunctivitis is one of the most common eye diseases. The causes of conjunctivitis can be divided into microbial and non-microbial categories, and based on different sources, it can be classified as exogenous or endogenous. It can also be caused by the spread of inflammation from adjacent tissues, with microbial infection being the most common. Transmission primarily occurs through contact, hence it is necessary to strictly disinfect washbasins, towels, and other items that the patient has used.

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Acute conjunctivitis etiology

Acute conjunctivitis, also known as acute catarrhal conjunctivitis and commonly referred to as pink eye, is highly contagious. It is most often seen in the spring and autumn seasons. The infection can occur sporadically or can spread in community settings such as schools and factories. The onset of the disease is sudden, with an incubation period of one to three days. Both eyes may be affected simultaneously or one to two days apart. The inflammation is most severe three to four days after onset and then gradually lessens, with the course of the disease generally lasting less than three weeks. The most common pathogens are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, and Haemophilus influenzae. The pathogens can vary with the seasons; studies indicate that infections in the winter are mainly caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, while Haemophilus influenzae conjunctivitis is more common in the spring and summer.