This is the most typical appearance of conjunctivitis with redness of the eye and mucoid debris on the eyelashes. Conjunctivitis makes the surface of the eye red, and it can also make the inner lining of the eyelid red, accompanied by discharge. Surface changes with redness of the inner lining of the upper eyelid (tarsal conjunctiva) may occur in certain types of conjunctivitis.
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Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)  Information for adults

Picture of Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis): This is the most typical appearance of conjunctivitis with redness of the eye and mucoid debris on the eyelashes. Divider line
This is the most typical appearance of conjunctivitis with redness of the eye and mucoid debris on the eyelashes.
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Overview
Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is an inflammation of the tissue on the surface of the eye and/or the inside lining of the eyelids. The more common causes of pink eye include:
  • Infection (viruses, bacteria)
  • Inflammatory causes such as chemicals, fumes, dust, and debris
  • Allergies
  • Injuries
  • Oral genital contact with someone who might be infected with a sexually transmitted disease (STD) such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, or herpes
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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