Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is a common eye condition commonly known as “red eye”. It is caused by inflammation of the conjunctiva, a thin membrane covering the front surface of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. Although it is usually a mild and spontaneous condition, it may require medical intervention in some cases. In this article we have written for you, we will discuss the basic information about conjunctivitis, its contagiousness and its various types.

What Is Conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is an eye condition that occurs as a result of inflammation of the membrane of the eye called conjunctiva. Conjunctivitis manifests itself with symptoms such as redness, watering, itching, burning and burning in the eyes. It is usually caused by bacterial, viral, or allergic causes. Conjunctivitis is usually a mild condition and can improve in a short time with appropriate treatment. However, in some cases, especially in untreated bacterial conjunctivitis, it can cause permanent damage to the eye.

Is Conjunctivitis Contagious?

The contagiousness of conjunctivitis depends on the factor that causes it to occur. Bacterial and viral types of conjunctivitis are contagious. These types of conjunctivitis can spread rapidly, especially in public living areas such as schools and workplaces. Transmission usually occurs through direct contact. Allergic conjunctivitis is not contagious; however, people exposed to allergens may experience similar symptoms.

What Are The Types of Conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is basically divided into three types: bacterial, viral, and allergic conjunctivitis.

• Bacterial conjunctivitis: It is a type of conjunctivitis caused by bacteria. It usually occurs as a result of infections caused by bacterial species such as Staphylococcus or Streptococcus. Bacterial conjunctivitis is usually characterized by intense, yellow-green burrs and sticking of the eyelids. It is treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointments.

• Viral conjunctivitis: It is a type of conjunctivitis caused by viruses. Especially respiratory viruses such as adenoviruses can cause this type of conjunctivitis. Viral conjunctivitis usually causes burning and itching in the eyes with mild burning and watering. There is no specific treatment for viral conjunctivitis; supportive treatments are usually used to relieve symptoms

• Allergic conjunctivitis: It is a type of conjunctivitis caused by exposure to allergens (pollen, house dust mites, animal hair, etc.). Allergic conjunctivitis manifests itself with symptoms such as redness, watering and itching in the eyes. In the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis, avoidance of allergens and antihistamine eye drops are used.

What Are The Causes of Conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is an eye disease caused by inflammation of the membrane of the eye called conjunctiva. Conjunctivitis is also popularly known as “malfunction” or “red eye” and is a very common ailment. The causes of conjunctivitis can be listed as follows;

The most common cause of conjunctivitis is viral infections. Especially adenoviruses are the most common viruses that cause conjunctivitis. Viral conjunctivitis is usually associated with upper respiratory tract infections and is contagious.

Bacteria such as Staphylococcus, Streptococcus and Haemophilus can also cause conjunctivitis. Bacterial conjunctivitis is usually seen in children and is contagious.

Some people may develop conjunctivitis as a result of exposure to allergens (pollen, house dust mites, animal hair, etc.). Allergic conjunctivitis may be seasonal or may last throughout the year.

Exposure of the eyes to chemicals (chlorinated water, detergents, cosmetic products, etc.) can cause conjunctivitis.

Contact lenses that do not pay attention to proper hygiene conditions or are used continuously prepare the ground for the growth of microorganisms that can cause conjunctivitis.

What Are The Symptoms of Conjunctivitis?

Symptoms of conjunctivitis may vary depending on the cause of the disease. However, the following symptoms are generally seen;

• Redness and swelling,
• Discharge,
• Itching and burning sensation,
• Sensitivity to light,
• Sticking in the eyelids,

How Is Conjunctivitis Diagnosed?

For the diagnosis of conjunctivitis, the patient’s complaints and symptoms are first evaluated. The patient’s background and allergic conditions are also taken into consideration. The ophthalmologist uses a special microscope called a slit lamp to evaluate the front part of the eye and conjunctiva. This allows symptoms such as inflammation and redness to be observed.

If necessary, the presence of viral or bacterial infection can be confirmed in the laboratory with culture samples taken from the eye. If allergic conjunctivitis is suspected, allergy tests can be performed.

After the diagnosis of conjunctivitis is made, appropriate treatment methods are applied depending on the cause of the disease. While viral conjunctivitis usually resolves spontaneously, antibiotic drops or ointments can be used for bacterial conjunctivitis. Avoidance of allergens and antihistamines is important in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis.

How Is Conjunctivitis Treated?

Conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by inflammation of the membrane called conjunctiva covering the front layer of the eye. It manifests itself with symptoms such as eye redness, itching, burning, watering, and burning. Conjunctivitis can occur due to viral, bacterial or allergic causes and its treatment varies according to the cause. These treatment methods can be briefly explained as follows;

Viral Conjunctivitis: Viral conjunctivitis usually occurs as a result of upper respiratory tract infections such as colds or flu. There is no specific treatment for viral conjunctivitis and it usually heals spontaneously within 1-2 weeks. It may be helpful to apply cold compresses and use eye drops to relieve symptoms.

Bacterial Conjunctivitis: Bacterial conjunctivitis is a type of infection caused by bacteria. In this case, the doctor prescribes antibiotic eye drops or ointment to eliminate the disease. After starting treatment, the symptoms are usually relieved within a few days and the disease is cured within a week.

Allergic conjunctivitis: Allergic conjunctivitis is caused by hypersensitivity of the eyes to allergens such as pollen, house dust mites or animal dander. In the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis, avoidance of allergens, antihistamine eye drops and corticosteroid eye drops can be used. It is also helpful to apply cold compresses to reduce itching and redness in the eyes.

What Are The Ways To Prevent Conjunctivitis?

Measures that can be taken to prevent conjunctivitis are as follows;

• To pay attention to hygiene rules,
• To pay attention to the use of lenses,
• Taking precautions against allergens,
• Using goggles in swimming pools,
• Strengthening the immune system,

Conjunctivitis Treatment Prices in Turkey

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