How do you get rid of an eye infection?

applying a warm, damp, clean towel to your eye for 20 minutes at a time to relieve inflammation. taking oral antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, or IV antibiotics for children under 4. getting surgery to relieve pressure within your eye if the infection becomes very severe (this rarely happens)

What infections cause sore eyes?

Keratitis: An infection of the cornea (the clear dome-shaped front of the eye) resulting from injury or use of contact lenses. The infection can be caused by a fungus, bacteria, herpes virus, amoeba, or intense exposure to ultraviolet radiation (such as in snow blindness or welder’s arc eye).

When should I go to the doctor for an eye infection?

First of all, any time an eye infection is accompanied by fever, excessive discharge or pain, you should see your eye doctor immediately. The eyes are sensitive and there could be a number of factors that contribute to discomfort and irritation, some of which require medication.

What is the most common eye infection?

Conjunctivitis is the most common eye infection. Most cases are viral and do not require antibiotic eye drops. Infectious keratitis is a cause of blindness. It is an emergency that requires specialist treatment.

What does eye infection look like?

Discharge out of one or both eyes that’s yellow, green, or clear. Pink color in the “whites” of your eyes. Swollen, red, or purple eyelids. Crusty lashes and lids, especially in the morning.

How long does eye infection last?

The infection will usually clear up in 7 to 14 days without treatment and without any long-term consequences. However, in some cases, viral conjunctivitis can take 2 to 3 weeks or more to clear up.

Can you go to pharmacy for eye infection?

A pharmacist can help with conjunctivitis They can give you advice and suggest eyedrops or antihistamines to help with your symptoms. If you need treatment for a child under 2, you’ll need a prescription from a GP.