Conjunctivitis Symptoms

Conjunctivitis symptoms are varied and usually easily recognized. However, it is always best to have an evaluation done by a health care professional, preferably an eye doctor, who is able to administer appropriate treatment. Conjunctivitis is commonly known as pinkeye. It is an inflammatory condition of the thin clear membrane that covers the white of the eye and the inner eyelids. There is no singular cause of conjunctivitis but common causes are allergies and irritants or  viruses and bacteria in the eye. Unfortunately, conjunctivitis is easily spread to others.

1. Discharge. A pussy green, white or yellow discharge is common with pinkeye. The yellow discharge often crusts over during the night time and makes it hard to open your eyelids upon waking.
2. Redness. One of the more common conjunctivitis symptoms is redness of the inner lid and whites of the eye.
3. Tears. With pinkeye, tears are more freely produced in the body's attempt to rid itself of the condition.
4. Itching. Itchy eyes are common and children in particular are prone to rubbing them in an effort to relieve the discomfort. This is frequently the cause of spreading the condition if it is viral or bacterial in nature.
5. Burning. One symptom of conjunctivitis is a burning sensation which, again, may cause a person to inadvertently rub their eyes to alleviate the discomfort.
6. Sensitivity. Light sensitivity is typical with pinkeye. Wearing sunglasses (even while inside) may lessen the discomfort from this symptom.
7. Blurry vision. Conjunctivitis symptoms such as blurry vision are a common complaint among sufferers. The blurring effect is from excess tears and discharge obstructing your view.