PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Conjunctivitis is a common condition that causes redness and inflammation of the thin layer of tissue that covers the front of the eye (the conjunctiva). People often refer to conjunctivitis as red eye.

Detailed explanation-2: -TYPES OF CONJUNCTIVITIS. There are five main types of conjunctivitis: viral, bacterial, allergic, toxic, and nonspecific. Most cases of infectious conjunctivitis are viral in adults and children; however, bacterial conjunctivitis is more common in children than in adults.

Detailed explanation-3: -To help relieve some of the inflammation and dryness caused by conjunctivitis, you can use cold compresses and artificial tears, which you can purchase over the counter without a prescription. You should also stop wearing contact lenses until your eye doctor says it’s okay to start wearing them again.