Pink Eye
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Pink Eye
Signs and
Symptoms: Watering, irritation, itching,
and redness to the white
part of the eye and/or the lining of the
eyelids. Swelling of the eyelids,
sensitivity to light and a pus-like discharge may
occur.
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Contagious
Period: From
the onset of signs and symptoms, and while the eye
is still red and draining, or for 24 hours after the
initiation of treatment.
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Transmission: Direct
contact with the discharge from the eyes or items
soiled with discharge. Individuals should be
counseled not to share towels, wash cloths or eye
make-up.
Careful hand washing after contact with discharge
from the eyes or articles soiled with the
discharge is necessary. Discard all tissues
immediately after one use.
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Treatment: There
are 3 types of conjunctivitis. Bacterial
conjunctivitis is generally treated with
antibiotics. Viral conjunctivitis is usually
secondary to a cold and is treated with
over-the-counter cold medications or an
antihistamine in eye-drop form. Lastly, allergic
conjunctivitis like viral conjunctivitis is usually
treated with over-the-counter medication and/or
antihistamine eye-drops.
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School Attendance: Students
will be excluded from school and referred to their
health care professional for proper diagnosis and
treatment. Students may return to school when signs
and symptoms are gone or 24 hours after appropriate
treatment has been initiated and signs and symptoms
are greatly reduced.
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