Pink Eye Symptoms on kids and babies
The Conjunctivitis or Pink Eye condition in kids is accompanied by redness, swelling and eye membrane secretion, causing discomfort, pain and itch when you blink in the eyes of children and babies.
Conjunctivitis can be caused by a bacterium, virus, or an allergic reaction due to any environmental agent.
The infectious type (which can be bacteria) is very contagious. If it starts with an eye surely infect the other. And it is purulent. Instead of viral and allergic exhibit little discharge. Produce clear and watery tears and swollen eyelids.
We must always consult your pediatrician. In case of infection, he will prescribe an antibiotic or eyewash. In the other cases will be treated using anti-inflammatory eye drops and antihistamines.
Rinse the eye with saline and, to avoid infection, you should not share towels person with conjunctivitis.
Among the characteristic symptoms can be identified:
- Red Eye (also known as "pink eye")
- Eye irritation
- Constant tearing
- Eye membrane swelling
To prevent this condition in children, avoid them having contact with air that may be populated with bacteria and viruses, as these cause various infections and colds, including infections of the ear, sinus or inflammation throat. If your child has allergies, you should take care that your kid has no contact with the allergy-causing agents, observe the child and see if your kid is prone to allergies to grass, pollen or dust mites.