Did You Know?
Pink eye can spread from one person to another!
What Causes Pink Eye?
Germs or allergies can make pink eye happen.
How to Feel Better
Wash your hands and don't touch your eyes.
What pink eye Does
Your eye gets red and puffy.
Your eye may feel itchy or hurt.
You might have more tears than usual.
It can make your eye stick shut at night.
It can spread to other people.
It is good to see a doctor for help.
More About pink eye
Pink eye has been around for a long time. Many kids get it each year. It is not a big deal, but it can feel bad.
When you have pink eye, it can make it hard to play. You might want to rub your eye, but that can make it worse. It is best to keep your hands clean.
Most kids get better in a few days. If you take care of your eyes, you will feel good soon!
How Topics Connect
graph TD
A["Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)"] --> B["Inflammation of Conjunctiva"]
A --> C["Symptoms"]
C --> D["Pain and Burning"]
C --> E["Itching (Allergies)"]
C --> F["Increased Tears"]
C --> G["Swelling of Sclera"]
C --> H["Stuck Shut in Morning"]
What Do These Words Mean?
Conjunctivitis:An eye condition that makes the eye red and swollen.
Inflammation:Swelling and redness in a part of the body.
Conjunctiva:The clear layer that covers the eye and inside of the eyelid.
Sclera:The white part of the eye.
Allergies:Reactions to things like pollen or dust that can cause itching or swelling.
