Conjunctivitis (Red eyes)

Conjunctivitis is a condition in which the conjunctiva covering the white part of the eye becomes inflamed, red, and irritated.

Symptoms

• White of eye is red
• Eye itching
• Watery eye discharge

Causes

Anything that irritates or infects the conjunctiva can cause conjunctivitis. Eg. Viruses, bacteria, allergies, dry eyes

Eye ailments -10 Warning Signs

1. Blurred Vision: you may need new glasses; it could also be a sign of cataract or serious eye disease
2. Redness: A common symptom of inflammation of the eye
3. Sensitivity to light: May indicate a serious infection of the eye or glaucoma in children
4. Flashes: Indication that you may have had a retinal detachment
5. Diabetes can lead to Blindness: Have regular check-ups if you have diabetes
6. Severe Pain: A warning for acute glaucoma or eye infections
7. Itching/Dryness and excessive blinking: It may be an indication of dry eye syndrome or conjunctivitis
8. Inability to see at Night: May indicate cataract, glaucoma or vitamin deficiency
9. Coloured halos around lights: A sign that you may have glaucoma
10. Are you above 40? : You require complete eye exam regularly

Source: Portal Content Team