01/02/2023
We’re tackling one of Google’s Most Searched Eye Term: Pink Eye!
Pink eye is a general term used to describe any redness of the eyes. All of which could be due to an infection, inflammation or trauma. Your optometrist will be able to properly diagnose what type of red eye you have, treat it and tell you whether or not it is contagious.
Fun fact: There are no over-the-counter eye drops that will treat red eyes. Visine, Clear Eyes, Simulsan, Rohto, Naphcon A, and other OTC eye drops claiming to treat pink eye will not work and may make things worse. These drops treat redness temporarily and does not treat the source of the red eye.
Instead, make an appointment ASAP with your optometrist to evaluate your eye. We’ve treated many cases where the “pink eye” ended up being a corneal ulcer (serious infection) or uveitis (inflammation of the uveal tissues in the eye). When in doubt, don’t wait to get it examined so you don’t delay care.
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