Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is the common term used to describe an infection or inflammation of the sclera (the white area of the eye). Conjunctivitis can affect adults and children and if caused by a virus or a bacteria, is highly contagious. There are 3 main causes of conjunctivitis: Viral Bacterial Allergies https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/pink-eye-conjunctivitis Viral conjunctivitis is the most common cause of infectious conjunctivitis in children and adults. The virus that can cause conjunctivitis is often the same virus responsible for causing runny nose, sore throat and a cough in…
ZachRinardJanuary 10, 2019