Over the last ten days, most people have been experiencing an increase in eye infections, mainly because of the city’s high humidity levels. The onset of the monsoon has brought about a surge in conjunctivitis cases. This is because the infection spreads quickly through infected eye secretions and can affect anyone who comes into contact with them.

The symptoms of conjunctivitis include a gritty or watery discharge from the eyes, itching, and redness in the eye. Sometimes, it can also cause a gritty sensation in the nose and throat and a runny nose. The infection is not very dangerous but can be painful and should be treated immediately.

Pink eye is an infection of the tissue that covers the white part of your eyes. A viral or bacterial infection most often causes it and can be passed from person to person through contaminated hands. You can usually tell if you have pink eye because a sticky or watery discharge will not stop running.

If you think you have pink eye, washing your hands frequently with soap and warm water is essential. This will help reduce the risk of infection in the future. It would help to wash your pillowcases, towels, and washcloths in hot water each day. This will help prevent the spread of bacteria or viruses that could be causing your pink eye.

You can also use a cool compress on your eyes to relieve any pain and itching. If you are still struggling, you can always get over-the-counter drops or oral antihistamines to treat the allergy or infection causing your conjunctivitis.

Another way to prevent pink eye is to avoid any irritants causing it. Avoid touching your eyes with dirty hands and using hand sanitizers containing alcohol. It would help if you stayed away from smoke-filled rooms, as this can aggravate your allergy and make breathing harder.

The most common cause of pink eye is a virus called adenovirus. It can spread when someone with it infects other people by shaking their heads. Adenovirus can also be caused by measles, which can cause permanent damage to the cornea and the optic nerve, leading to blindness. If you have measles, see your ophthalmologist immediately. You may need to take antibiotics if you have pink eye, which can help with the infection. You should also report any suspected measles cases to the authorities.