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Conjunctivitis: Inflammation
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Conjunctivitis (say: kon-jung-tih-vy-tis) is the most common eye problem kids can have. It can cause redness, itching, inflammation (say: in-fla-may-shun) or swelling, and a clear or white, yellow, or greenish gooey liquid to collect in the eyes.
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Chronic allergic conjunctivitis is nonseasonal, occurring continuously or on and off year-round. It is less common and potentially more severe than the acute type. It is caused by an allergen to which the person is more or less continually exposed (dust, foods, danders, etc.). Unlike the acute type, there is little evidence of inflammation. However, itching and burning are present. Sensitivity to light may be a problem.
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Vernal conjunctivitis is a seasonal inflammation of the outer lining of the eyes, which is thought to be due to an allergic reaction. Reviewer: Paul B. Griggs, MD, Department of Ophthalmology, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, WA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.Date: 05/19/2006
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Viral conjunctivitis: Cool compresses three times daily for 1 to 3 weeks; may ... use antihistamines to relieve inflammation. Trifluridine 1% drops, every 2 hours. Oral and/or topical acyclovir may also be needed.
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