What to Do If You Have Pink Eye

What to Do If You Have Pink Eye
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Have you ever looked in the mirror and found the whites of your eye have turned pink? That’s a main symptom of conjunctivitis, more commonly known as pink eye.

Pink eye is an inflammation of the outer layer of the eye and inside the eyelid. Your eyes turn red and irritated and have a weepy discharge. It’s often caused by viruses, bacteria, or allergies.
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