Conjunctivitis systemic symptoms

Written by Li Zhen Dong
Ophthalmology
Updated on May 30, 2025
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Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the white part of the eye, and it can be categorized into bacterial, viral, and fungal conjunctivitis. Generally, conjunctivitis does not produce systemic symptoms. The symptoms related to the eye include redness, swelling, pain, tearing, foreign body sensation, burning, increased discharge, without obvious impact on vision. If conjunctivitis is accompanied by a lymphatic infection, there might be a mild fever. In such cases, active treatment with eye drops and ointments is recommended. Do not apply heat, maintain a light diet, adjust your mental attitude, rest adequately, regularly check up on your condition, and pay attention to any changes in vision.

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What are the symptoms of conjunctivitis?

According to the onset speed of conjunctivitis, it can be divided into hyperacute conjunctivitis, acute or subacute conjunctivitis, and chronic conjunctivitis. The symptoms of conjunctivitis mainly include foreign body sensation, burning sensation, itching eyes, photophobia, tearing, and significant signs include conjunctival congestion, edema, increased secretions, papillary hyperplasia, follicles, pseudomembranes and true membranes, granuloma, and so on.

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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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Does conjunctivitis require injections?

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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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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Can I drink alcohol with conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is one of the most common diseases in clinical ophthalmology, often caused by inflammation or viral infections. Taking anti-inflammatory drugs and alternately using ribavirin eye drops and ofloxacin eye drops for treatment yields relatively good results. Avoid staying up late, rubbing eyes with hands, and consuming spicy and other irritating foods. Abstain from smoking and drinking alcohol. Smoking and drinking during treatment can exacerbate the condition and lead to recurrent episodes.