Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Pink eye is very common all over the world and has likely affected nearly all people at one time or another. There is a high rate of transmission of infectious conjunctivitis among children, as they often play in close proximity and share many items. Because children may not be aware of what irritates their eyes, they may routinely be exposed to allergens and irritants that cause conjunctivitis. An adult often needs to make the connection between the allergen or irritant and the reaction in a child.