Pink eye, known medically as
conjunctivitis is an inflammation
or infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the inner eyelid that
causes redness and irritation in and around the eyes. It can be caused by
allergies or a bacterial or viral
infection. Conjunctivitis can be extremely contagious and is spread by
contact with eye secretions from someone who is infected. The American Academy of Ophthalmology alerted us that COVID-19 Coronavirus might
cause a pink eye conjunctivitis that looks like any other viral conjunctivitis.
Viral conjunctivitis is common in patients who have colds, the flu and other
types of viral infection. However, our patients should keep in mind that
careful evaluation of the reported information suggests that only between 1-3%
of those infected with COVID-19 actually develop pink eye conjunctivitis. We
are here to help!
If you, someone you
know, a friend, or a relative develops eye redness and thinks they might have
pink eye conjunctivitis-PLEASE CALL
US-205-930-0930 and we can advise you whether to schedule a TeleEyeHealth Virtual Visit &Consultation, schedule a visit to our office where we use using socialdistancing and sanitary hygienic disinfecting procedures or even ask you to
schedule a visit with your primary care physician if you also have a fever,
cough or shortness of breath.
We look forward to seeing you soon for
your regular eye exams for eye health & vision! In the meantime if
you, a friend or relative should need help for a contact lens irritation, red
eye or contact lens, PLEASE CALL 205-930-0930 and we can provide you with either a TeleEyeHealth Virtual Visit & Consultation or schedule an
appointment for a personal visit at Alabama Eye & Cataract Center.
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