Conjunctiva is a thin membrane which is transparent and also covers the front of the eye. When there is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, it refers to conjunctivitis. It is a common form of eye trouble and referred to as having ‘sore eyes’. When any one comes in direct contact with the infected person then it spreads. There is an epidemic of this ailment due to the unhealthy living conditions, overcrowding and dirty surroundings.

Some of the important symptoms of conjunctivitis are the inflammation of the eyeball and underside of the eyelids. Initially the eyes are red and itchy but later on there may be a watery secretion. In many cases this condition becomes serious and there is a formation of pus, which while sleeping dries up and makes the lashes sticky together.

Some of the important causes of conjunctivitis -

Conjunctivitis is a result of eye strain or the infection due to virus or bacteria. It may be due to prolonged work under artificial light and the excess use of the eyes also contributes towards the disease. It may be due to the faulty living style or dietetic errors.

Conjunctivitis may be treated with the help of home remedies also. Some of the popular home remedies for treating conjunctivitis:

1. An effective home remedy for treating conjunctivitis is the mixture of Indian gooseberry and honey. Take a cup of gooseberry juice mixed with two tea spoons of honey and take it after mixing it properly. For treating conjunctivitis in a proper way drink this mixture at least twice a day. Read the rest of this entry »

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What is pink eye?
This is also known as conjunctivitis. It has been named as such because the inflammation happens at the conjunctiva. This is a membrane that coats the white part of our eyes and also the inner layer of our eyelids.

Since our vision is of utmost importance, this condition can sometimes be alarming. However, conjunctivitis usually does not cause severe vision damage.

What are the causes?

The causes of this condition are attributed to the viruses and bacteria that cause colds, sinus infections, ear infections and sore throat. This is also the same kind of bacteria that causes sexually transmitted diseases.

It may also be caused by certain kind of allergy such as hay fever. Kids who have over sensitivity to pollen, animal dander, dust mites and grass may also have this condition. Sometimes environmental factors can trigger this condition such as certain harsh chemicals that we use (shampoo, soaps, chlorine) and the pollutants in the air (smoke).

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