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Bacterial Conjunctivitis Definition
Common names:
  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis
  • Bacterial Eye Infection
  • Conjunctivitis Bacterial
  • Eye Infection with Bacteria
What is bacterial conjunctivitis?
A person with bacterial conjunctivitis has inflammation of the conjunctiva, caused by a bacterial infection. The conjunctiva is the thin, clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye, as well as the inside surface of the eyelids. Bacterial conjunctivitis is easily transmitted from one person to another through close contact. Images

What are the symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis?
Inflammation of the conjunctiva causes eye swelling, eye redness, and eye pain. Bacterial conjunctivitis will often cause a colored and sticky eye discharge. Images

How does the doctor treat bacterial conjunctivitis?
Treatment for bacterial conjunctivitis includes antibiotic eyedrops or ointment. Images

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Last Updated: Jul 2, 2009  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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