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| | Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) |
 | | This can be caused by a blocked tear duct, which can be treated by gentle massage between the eye and nasal area. | | | To prevent conjunctivitis from herpes virus, a cesarean section is recommended when the mother has active genital herpes lesions at the time of delivery. | | | It is a fairly common condition and usually causes no danger to the eye or your child's vision. |
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http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections/eye/conjunctivitis.html
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| | Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye) |
| | Allergic conjunctivitis is usually associated with intense itching of the eyes. | | | These organisms may come from the patient's own skin or upper respiratory tract or they may be caught from another person with conjunctivitis. | | | Inflammation is seen as reddish change in the periphery of the eye often accompanied by a pus-like discharge. |
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http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/conjunctivitis.htm
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| | Conjunctivitis Vhi Healthcare |
| | If there is no relief of symptoms in 48-72 hours, or there is moderate to severe eye pain, changes in vision, or the conjunctivitis is suspected to be caused by herpes simplex, a physician should be notified immediately. | | | However, allergic conjunctivitis will likely recur if the individual again comes into contact with the particular allergen. | | | Homeopathically, there are a number of acute remedies designed to treat conjunctivitis. |
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http://www2.vhihealthe.com/topic/allconj
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| | eMedicine - Conjunctivitis : Article by Michael A Silverman, MD |
| | Allergic conjunctivitis is characterized by acute or subacute onset, no pain, and no exposure history. | | | Three percent of all ED visits are ocular related, and conjunctivitis is responsible for approximately 30% of all eye complaints. | | | Friedlaender MH: The current and future therapy of allergic conjunctivitis. |
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| | Adult Health Advisor 2005.2: Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | Anybody, however, may develop an allergy, including allergic conjunctivitis, at any time in his or her life. | | | You should speak to your physician or make an appointment to be seen if you have questions or concerns about this information or your medical condition. | | | You may then need to have allergy shots for 12 to 24 months. |
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http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/aha/aha_alleconj_oph.htm
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis - Patient UK |
| | Pain becomes worse (mild soreness rather than pain is usual with conjunctivitis). | | | In this condition the skin on the eyelids also tends to become inflamed. | | | The rest of this leaflet is about conjunctivitis caused by allergy. |
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http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc.asp?doc=23069086
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | These drugs are available as eye drops, and many do not require a doctor's prescription. | | | It is unclear why some persons develop allergies. | | | Symptoms can start at any age but children and young adults are more vulnerable to allergies. |
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http://www.uic.edu/com/eye/LearningAboutVision/EyeFacts/AllergicConjunctivitis.shtml
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| | Conjunctivitis, allergic and infectious - causes, symptoms and treatment |
| | Viral conjunctivitis does not need specific medical treatment and will clear up on its own in two to three weeks. | | | However, allergies can also spontaneously develop to a cosmetic that has previously been used with no problem. | | | This condition can result in permanent damage to vision, and anyone with this sensation should seek medical advice. |
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http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/html/conjunctivitis.html
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis from WebMD |
| | Allergy-associated conjunctivitis may disappear completely, either when the allergy is treated with antihistamines, or when the allergen is removed. | | | Immunotherapy: Allergy shots can be effective for treating allergic conjunctivitis. | | | These must be used with the supervision of your doctor since they can cause elevated pressure inside of the eye, which can lead to vision damage. |
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http://www.webmd.com/content/pages/10/1625_50513.htm?lastselectedguid={5FE84E90-BC77-4056-A91C-9531713CA348}
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| | Conjunctivitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
| | Irritant or toxic conjunctivitis is irritable or painful. | | | This is the only group in which severe pain may occur. | | | Bacterial conjunctivitis is most often caused by pyogenic bacteria such as Staphylococcus or Streptococcus from the patient's own skin or respiratory flora. |
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conjunctivitis
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| | Open Directory - Health: Conditions and Diseases: Eye Disorders: Conjunctivitis |
| | Conjunctivitis Guide - Information on the different types, treatments and prevention of this common condition. | | | Angeles Vision Clinic - Conjunctivitis - Information on treatment and the risks associated with it. | | | Includes a review of common household and outdoor eye allergy triggers and medications. |
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http://dmoz.org/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Conjunctivitis
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| | Auckland Allergy Clinic - Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | Topical NSAID are not as potent as steroids but have the advantage of good ocular safety profile and useful in treating non sight threatening conditions like SAR and PAR when mast cell stabilizers and antihistamines fail. | | | In its mildest form, the conjunctiva becomes inflamed in response to a transient allergen (e.g. | | | Vernal conjunctivitis probably represents a severe and chronic form of allergic conjunctivitis with more intense symptoms and sequelae. |
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http://www.allergyclinic.co.nz/guides/9.html
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| | Understanding Conjunctivitis -- Symptoms |
| | The redness in your eye is affecting your vision and is accompanied by severe pain or excessive yellow or green discharge. | | | Your newborn baby's eyes are red or produce a discharge. | | | People with viral conjunctivitis often have symptoms of an upper respiratory infection or cold. |
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http://www.webmd.com/content/article/10/1680_54648.htm
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| | Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) - AllAboutVision.com |
| | To pinpoint the cause and then choose an appropriate treatment, your doctor will ask some questions, examine your eyes, and possibly collect a sample on a swab to send out for analysis. | | | Your eye doctor will decide if removal is appropriate. | | | Usually, conjunctivitis is a minor eye infection, but sometimes it can develop into a more serious condition. |
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http://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/conjunctivitis.htm
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| | Milford Eye Care -Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | Your choice of therapy will depend on the intensity of the allergic response. | | | Allergic conjunctivitis is one of the most common disorders of the eye. | | | These mediators are responsible for the symptoms of allergic reactions. |
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http://www.milfordeye.com/allergic_conjunctivitis.html
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| | THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 8, Ch. 95, Conjunctival Disorders |
| | To avoid transmitting infection, the physician must wash his hands thoroughly and sterilize instruments after examining the patient. | | | Antibiotic therapy may be modified depending on results of culture and sensitivity studies. | | | Bacterial conjunctivitis is often self-limiting, lasting up to 3 wk without treatment and 1 to 2 days with treatment. |
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http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual/section8/chapter95/95b.jsp
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| | Eye Conditions > Conjunctivitis -- EyeMDLink.com |
| | Allergic Conjunctivitis nearly always presents with a primary complaint of itching. | | | Treatment is usually limited to symptomatic therapy, much as one would treat the common cold. | | | Gonococcal conjunctivitis requires intravenous or intramuscular antibiotics in addition to topical therapy. |
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http://www.eyemdlink.com/Condition.asp?ConditionID=6
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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Conjunctivitis |
| | This condition is called ophthalmia neonatorum, and it must be treated immediately to preserve sight. | | | Allergic conjunctivitis may respond to treatment for underlying allergies, or it may disappear on its own when the allergen that caused it is removed. | | | Conjunctivitis is also caused by allergies (allergic conjunctivitis), chemical exposure, and certain systemic diseases. |
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| | Your Eye Site |
| | There is no medicine to help viral conjunctivitis and it must be left to run it's course. | | | Supportive therapy in the form of wetting eyedrops and cool compresses for symptom relief may be prescribed. | | | There are many new medications in the form of eyedrops that can help with the symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis, so your doctor should be consulted. |
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http://www.youreyesite.com/conjunctivitis.htm
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| | Conjunctivitis - DrGreene.com |
| | When the conjunctiva becomes inflamed, the condition is called conjunctivitis. | | | Conjunctivitis is usually diagnosed based on the history and perhaps a physical exam. | | | Children with allergies can get allergic conjunctivitis when their allergic triggers inflame the conjunctiva. |
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| | Sinus headache, loss of the senses of smell and taste, lack of energy from poor sleep, and malocclusion of the teeth are some examples. | | | Environmental control measures for the patient with perennial allergy are effective, safe, and have no side effects. | | | There are several types of drugs for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. |
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http://www.allergic.net/allergicrhinitis.htm
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | For example, histamine causes itching, redness and edema; prostaglandins are associated with sensitized nerves, pain, edema, and redness; leukotrienes with chemotaxis, edema, and vascular permeability. | | | Today, several drugs are available to treat a variety of allergic conditions, including allergic conjunctivitis. | | | The allergic response can occur at various sites, including the skin, respiratory tract and ocular area, with accompanying symptoms ranging from mildly irritating, to severe and chronic. |
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http://www.alconlabs.com/ca_en/aj/disorders/allergy.jhtml
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| | Allergic Diseases Resource Center: Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | Non-pharmacological therapy with polytears to soothe and wash out the eye was recommended. | | | Systemic therapy with oral antihistamines for the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis is prescribed by the majority of respondents. | | | Topical treatments of choice for allergic conjunctivitis are mast cell stabilizers, and topical antihistamines, either alone or as combinations with mast cell stabilizer or nsaid therapy. |
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http://www.worldallergy.org/professional/allergic_diseases_center/urticaria/conjunctivitisglobal.shtml
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| | CONJUNCTIVITIS IN CHILDHOOD |
| | When there is decreased vision and light sensitivity the physician must think of uveitis. | | | Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva which is usually caused by infection or allergy. | | | Acute bacterial conjunctivitis is a self limited condition. |
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| | CONJUNCTIVITIS Pediatric Oncall |
| | Disclaimer:The information given by www.pediatriconcall.com is provided by medical and paramedical & Health providers voluntarily for display & is meant only for informational purpose. | | | The child with conjunctivitis will have to be kept away from school for a few days to prevent spread of infection to other children in school. | | | Inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva leads to conjunctivitis. |
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http://www.pediatriconcall.com/fordoctor/diseasesandcondition/conjuct.asp
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| | Allergy Sufferers: Questions and Answers About Itchy, Watery Eyes |
| | If your symptoms are persistent, if there's any change in your vision, or if you're in pain, you should see your doctor. | | | And patients with allergic conjunctivitis can feel a very substantial benefit -- often much better than they get with medications. | | | This is the type of conjunctivitis that needs treatment with antibiotics. |
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http://my.webmd.com/content/article/44/1625_51102?z=1625_51101_2301_00_06
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| | Handbook of Ocular Disease Management - Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | It's our obligation to educate patients regarding the OTC products they may encounter, as well as prescribe the best and most appropriate therapies for them. | | | Acute and chronic conjunctivitis due to over-the-counter ophthalmic decongestants. | | | Advise patients with a history of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis to try to avoid the substances that precipitate symptoms. |
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| | Hay fever treatment (allergic rhinitis / conjunctivitis) |
| | Identifying (by allergy testing) and avoiding your allergic triggers are essential components of allergy management. | | | When you stop the treatment, the symptoms may return unless the cause is removed. | | | If you think you may suffer from an allergic or other disease that requires attention, you should discuss it with your family doctor. |
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http://www.allergycapital.com.au/Pages/hayfever.html
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| | Conjunctivitis |
| | Home : Learn About Health : Pediatric Health Information : Allergy, Asthma and Immunology : Allergy : Symptomatic Conditions of Allergy : Conjunctivitis | | | The symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis may resemble other medical conditions. | | | A diagnosis of conjunctivitis is usually made based on a complete medical history and physical examination. |
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| | Allergic conjunctivitis, a treatmant plan |
| | If your allergy returns as soon as you come back, you have made the diagnosis, but the solution is more complex! | | | This leaflet explains a stepwise treatment for patients with allergic conjunctivitis. | | | You need to be certain that you do have 'allergic conjunctivitis' and not another condition, and most people can recognise when their eyes are red and itchy the condition has returned. |
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http://www.goodhope.org.uk/departments/eyedept/allergies.htm
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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Allergic conjunctivitis |
| | Calling your health care provider Return to top | | | Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you experience allergic conjunctivitis and it is unresponsive to home treatment. | | | Allergic conjunctivitis describes the eye's reaction to allergy-causing substances like pollen and dander. |
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis |
| | A review which investigates the possibility of a relationship between intestinal helminthiasis and allergic disease. | | | Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites Among Individuals With Allergic Skin Diseases | | | Description of this feline allergic skin disease including treatment and photos. |
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis - Novartis Ophthalmics |
| | Find information on a specific eye care product | | | Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, often referred to as acute allergic conjunctivitis, affects an estimated 15% to 20% of the general population and accounts for as much as 90% of all ocular allergies, making it the most frequently encountered type of ocular allergy. | | | Like other allergic diseases, seasonal allergic conjunctivitis is a type I hypersensitivity response that occurs when a person encounters an antigen to which they are sensitized. |
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| | Medical Library Search |
| | However, if symptoms of conjunctivitis persist for an extended period of time after treatment, you should have your eyes examined by your ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.), as these symptoms may indicate a more serious eye problem. | | | Conjunctivitis may occur in one or both eyes. | | | Environmental irritants, such as smoke or fumes, also may cause conjunctivitis. |
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| | HON Mother & Child Glossary, Conjunctivitis in Childhood |
| | Inclusion conjunctivitis is a less severe disease than trachoma and usually clears up spontaneously. | | | Conjunctival involvement may be part of a systemic infection. | | | Conjunctivitis, Inclusion : An infection of the eyes characterized by the presence in conjunctival epithelial cells of inclusion bodies indistinguishable from those of trachoma. |
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis -- eCureMe.com |
| | Allergic Eye -- topical lodoxamide, Naphcon A eye drops, other allergy eye drops | | | Viral and allergic causes tend to have clear or "white eye discharge." Bacterial causes, e.g., Staphylococcus, tend to have yellow or green eye discharge. | | | Viral (pink eye) -- none, but wash hands cautiously and avoid touching eye, as it is very contagious |
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http://www.ecureme.com/emyhealth/data/Allergic_Conjunctivitis.asp
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| | Allergic Conjunctivitis Clinical Resources |
| | General Principles of Treatment for Allergic Eye Disease: Access document | | | Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye: Access document | | | Chapter 88 - Allergic and Immunologic Diseases of the Eye: Access document |
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