(H10) Conjunctivitis
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Diagnosis conjunctivitis is diagnosed Women are 2.50% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis conjunctivitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis conjunctivitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease conjunctivitis - Men and Women aged 0
Disease Features conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - conjunctivitis
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of eyes
- Testing for bacteria or virus
- Medical history review
- Slit-lamp examination
- Culture of eye discharge
- Allergy testing
- Tear film analysis
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe antibiotic eye drops or ointment to reduce inflammation
- Prescribe lubricating eye drops to soothe the eyes
- Prescribe anti-allergy medications to reduce symptoms
- Encourage the patient to avoid rubbing or touching the eyes
- Advise the patient to use a cool compress or warm compress to reduce swelling
- Advise the patient on proper hygiene practices to prevent the spread of the infection
- Instruct the patient on proper contact lens care and cleaning
- Recommend the patient to wear sunglasses to protect the eyes from the sun
- Monitor the patient's progress and adjust treatment as needed
Conjunctivitis - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease conjunctivitis
Edema of the eyelids
(Eyelid swelling, Eyelid oedema, Eyelid puffiness, Periorbital oedema, Periorbital swelling, Periorbital puffiness)
Edema of the eyelids is a swelling of the eyelids caused by fluid accumulation. It can be localized and mild, or severe and widespread. Symptoms may include puffiness, redness, itching, pain, and a feeling of tightness. Edema can develop rapidly or over time, and is often accompanied by eye irritati...
Eye inflammation
(Eye irritation, Red eyes, Swollen eyes, Itchy eyes, Teary eyes, Watery eyes, Sore eyes, Grainy eyes, Burning eyes, Dry eyes, Painful eyes, Inflammation of the eyes)
Eye inflammation is an inflammation or infection of the eye, which can cause redness, itching, swelling, pain, and discharge. It can develop over time due to allergies, bacterial or viral infections, or environmental irritants. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include blurry vision, ex...
Dry eye (dry eyes)
(Scleral dryness, Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, Dry eye syndrome, Dry eye disease, Evaporative dry eye, Aqueous deficient dry eye, Meibomian gland dysfunction, Ocular surface disease, Computer vision syndrome, Corneal staining)
Dry eye is a common condition in which the eyes don't produce enough tears, or the tears evaporate too quickly. Symptoms include a feeling of dryness, burning, stinging, redness, and blurred vision. Dry eye can develop gradually or suddenly, and can be caused by environmental factors, medications, o...
Photophobia
(Light sensitivity, Light intolerance, Light aversion, Light sensitivity disorder, Light-sensitive eyes, Sunlight sensitivity, Intolerance to light, Intolerance to bright light, Discomfort with bright light, Avoidance of light)
Photophobia is an extreme sensitivity to light. Symptoms include squinting, eye pain, and headaches. It can develop due to a variety of causes, including physical and mental health conditions, medications, and eye injuries. It can manifest as an aversion to bright light, or a feeling of discomfort a...
Pain in the eyelid
(Ocular ache, Eyelid discomfort, Eyelid agony, Eyelid pang, Eyelid soreness, Eyelid tenderness, Eyelid torment, Eyelid throbbing, Eyelid ache, Eyelid pains)
Pain in the eyelid is a symptom that can manifest itself in a variety of ways. It can start as a dull ache, or a sharp, stabbing sensation. It can be localized to the eyelid, or it can radiate to the forehead or temple. It may be constant, or it may come and go. It can be accompanied by other sympto...
Elevated temperature 37-38 °
(High temperature, Fever, Feverishness, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heat, Warmth, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Thermalgia)
Elevated temperature is a symptom of illness where the body temperature is higher than normal. It typically appears as a fever, with the temperature ranging from 37-38°C. It is often accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, body aches, and fatigue. Elevated temperature can develop over a few da...
Headache
(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)
Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...
Itching
(Irritation, Scratching, Tickling, Crawling, Burning, Prickling, Tingling, Stabbing, Throbbing)
Itching is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically presents as an uncomfortable sensation that compels the affected person to scratch the affected area. Itching can develop gradually or suddenly and can be localized or generalized. It can be caused by a variety of condition...
Lacrimation
(Watering eyes, Tearing eyes, Teary eyes, Excessive tearing, Eye watering, Crying eyes, Shedding tears, Lachrymation, Overflowing tears, Watery eyes)
Lacrimation is the excessive production of tears, either from the eyes or from the nose. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as allergies, infections, or irritants. Symptoms typically start with stinging, burning, and itching of the eyes, followed by excessive tearing. Redness and swel...
Dry discharge on the eyelids
Dry discharge on the eyelids is a common symptom of dry eye syndrome. It appears as white, flaky patches on the eyelids, which can range from small to large. It is often accompanied by itching and burning sensations. As the condition progresses, the patches may become red and irritated, and can caus...