During the transition between spring and summer, the air is relatively humid, and various pathogens are breeding. This is a period when many infectious diseases break out, and the eyes are also a large area that is easily infected. The eyes are the windows to the soul. Once the eyes become ill, it can easily affect the lives of the patient and others around them. Conjunctivitis and conjunctivitis are common eye diseases, both of which have similar symptoms such as discomfort, tearing, increased intraocular secretions, and congestion. People can easily confuse the two.
The difference between conjunctivitis and conjunctivitis
Red eye disease "is infectious conjunctivitis, also known as explosive eye disease, which is an acute infectious eye disease. According to different causes of disease, conjunctivitis can be divided into two categories: bacterial conjunctivitis and viral conjunctivitis. Their clinical symptoms are similar, but viral conjunctivitis is more prevalent and harmful. Conjunctivitis can occur throughout the year; Red eye disease is more common in spring and summer and is transmitted through contact.
What should I do if I suffer from 'red eye disease'
Red eye disease is a highly contagious eye disease. Therefore, preventing red eye disease, like preventing other infectious diseases, requires three measures: eliminating the source of infection, cutting off the transmission route, and improving the body's resistance. During the treatment of red eye disease, patients should try to avoid contact with others and not allow others to come into contact with the items they use; Try not to go to public places as much as possible; Pay attention to disinfection and isolation (boiling disinfection) of personal items (such as towels, handkerchiefs, etc.); Apply antibiotics or antiviral eye drops when conditions permit.
After understanding conjunctivitis and conjunctivitis, if patients experience eye discomfort, they should take it seriously and seek timely treatment. It should also be noted that many patients use eye drops without recognizing their effectiveness, which not only fails to treat eye diseases but may also lead to adverse consequences. Therefore, it is best for patients to go to the hospital for medical treatment first, and ask the doctor to diagnose the eye disease, prescribe the right medicine, and ensure the health of the eyes.
