Conjunctivitis, also called ‘pink eye’, is an inflammation of the outer layer of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. It can be caused by viral or bacterial infections, irritants or allergies. It may require medicated eye drops or ointments.…
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Author: Dr Joanne Van der Velden PhD, BSc (Hons)
First answered: 18 Sep 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Pink eye