Author: Dr. Anup Agarwal

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, the thin transparent layer of tissue that lines the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the white part of the eyeball. The small blood vessels in the conjunctiva gets inflamed and become visible. This causes the eyes to appear reddish or pink.
, Conjunctivitis, often called “pink eye,” is a common eye disease, especially in children. It may affect one or both eyes. 
, Some forms of conjunctivitis go away on their own, but others require treatment. It is usually a minor eye infection.
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Conjunctivitis Symptoms – Redness, swelling, itching of eyesBlurred vision, Watery eyes, Yellow, green and white discharges from eyes. Conjunctivitis Causes – Virus, Bacteria, Allergens, irritants.

Conjunctivitis Treatment Using Home Remedies, Yoga, And Diet – Foods to be taken: Foods for preventing conjunctivitis are green leafy vegetables like spinach, cabbage fruits and vegetables that are orange in color like oranges, carrots, papaya and mangoes. All fruits like apples, oranges, pears, pineapples, grapefruits and grapes. The one fruit that needs to be avoided is banana. Vitamin A provides valuable nutrition for the eyes such as eggs, fish liver oil and milk and dairy products, butter, carrots, pumpkin,

Conjunctivitis Prevention – Do not rub the infected eyes, Wash hands properly after using drops, Dispose the tissues or towels after using, Avoid eyes exposure to pollution.