Optometrist Jo Lindley, of Leightons Opticians warned conjunctivitis in adults can often arise at the same time that flu, ...

As we go through the cold and flu season, a common eye issue is also becoming more noticeable. That's according to ...

It's helpful to know that only infectious conjunctivitis (meaning pink eye caused by viruses or bacteria) is contagious.

This can include: OTC eye drops called artificial tears using a cold compress over the eyes cleaning your eyelids Viral conjunctivitis can take 1 to 3 weeks to clear, though symptoms may start to ...

A recent study conducted on human A(H5N1) cases in the United States found that conjunctivitis was the primary symptom ...

Experts warn that the cold and dry air of winter can irritate and inflame the eyes, increasing the likelihood of contracting viral conjunctivitis in adults. It can appear alongside symptoms of a ...

Viral conjunctivitis is incredibly contagious, if a person has the infection in just one eye it can easily be transmitted to their other eye and to other people if they are careful. Some of the ...

"Viral conjunctivitis lasts a few days to a week," says Epling, while bacterial pink eye may last until it's treated with drops or ointment, "but should then resolve in a few days." Allergic ...

Experts warn that the cold and dry air of winter can irritate and inflame the eyes, increasing the likelihood of contracting viral conjunctivitis in adults. It can appear alongside symptoms of a ...

As such, unlike other types of conjunctivitis, such as viral and bacterial conjunctivitis, allergic conjunctivitis is not contagious and cannot spread to others.