Shasta Lake Pink Eye Treatments

Healthy eyesight is very important and that means being better educated on infections of the eye. In one or both eyes, your eyes can get infections from viruses, bacteria or fungi. The most common eye infection our Shasta Lake eye doctor sees is conjunctivitis. More common in children, this type of infectious conjunctivitis, also known as pinkeye, is a common cold virus called adenovirus. Viral conjunctivitis is highly contagious because the virus can spread from the eye to the hands that will then touch towels, faucets, door knobs and a number of surfaces that other people touch as well. Adults can also contract pinkeye but it lasts longer in children.

Shasta Lake Eye Infections

Conjunctivitis is an infection, or inflammation, of the thin transparent layer of tissue that lines the inner surface of your eyelid (conjunctiva), covering the white part of your eye. Even though conjunctivitis is considered a minor infection, it can develop into something much more serious if it’s not treated properly. Our Shasta Lake eye doctor may suggest that you switch to a different type of contact lens or disinfection solution if the conjunctivitis developed due to wearing contact lenses and, definitely, stop wearing the lenses until the infection has cleared up.

Our Shasta Lake eye doctor offers specialized treatment of eye infections, using state-of-the-art equipment to guarantee an accurate eye exam. Once diagnosed, first and foremost, we set our sights on your comfort. Our goal is then to reduce the course of the infection or inflammation, then to prevent the spread of the infection. The proper treatment for conjunctivitis actually depends on its cause. Conjunctivitis normally clears up with prompt treatment, such as prescription antibiotic eye drops, ointments, and compresses. You can help prevent conjunctivitis by washing your hands before touching your eyes or eyelids, and before handling contact lenses. Depending on the primary cause of your eye infection, our Shasta Lake eye doctor may also prescribe antibiotics or antiviral medications that are taken orally. As a highly contagious infection, cleanliness is key, and if your symptoms change or get worse, you should contact Enterprise Optometry Group right away.

Shasta Lake Conjunctivitis Treatments
3080 Victor Ave
Redding, California 96002
530-222-3166

By Enterprise Optometry Group

July 28, 2014