Viral Conjunctivitis Definition, Symptoms and More
Article Sources
- 1. ’Conjunctivitis: a Systematic Review Of Diagnosis and Treatment.’ Amir Azari-Neal Barney. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4049531/
- 2. ’Viral Conjunctivitis.’ Daniel Solano. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470271/
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Prevention
As with many viral infections, the key to preventing viral conjunctivitis is to practice good personal hygiene. Wash hands frequently, especially after coughing, sneezing or blowing the nose. Avoid sharing personal items, such as tissues and washcloths. Remove contact lenses before showering to help prevent viruses from getting trapped beneath them.
Despite precautions, all adults and children are still susceptible to viral conjunctivitis. Knowing the signs allows the infection to be identified quickly and a few easy steps may prevent infecting others.
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