Conjuntivitis

The conjunctiva is a transparent tissue that covers the eyeball and eyelids. When inflamed, conjunctivitis occur.

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The causes can be many: infection (bacterial, viral, chlamydia, ...), allergic (seasonal, atopic, ...), autoimmune (pemphigoid, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, ...), chemistry, dry eye, ...

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The symptomatology varies according to the cause. In general, there is a redness, tingling, discomfort, itching, sensitivity to light, blurred vision and scabs that form during the night in case of bacterial infection.

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The treatment is medical and depends on the cause that caused it