Pink Eye Treatment
Pink Eye Treatment en España y Portugal con UrgentDoc: un médico colegiado de habla inglesa por videoconsulta, normalmente en cuestión de minutos, 24/7. Consultas desde 39 €, con la receta enviada a tu farmacia.
Sobre Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is an inflammation or infection of the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that lines your eyelid and covers the white part of your eyeball. It's highly contagious but usually not serious and unlikely to damage your vision, especially if detected and treated quickly.
Síntomas Comunes
- Redness in one or both eyes
- Itchiness in one or both eyes
- A gritty feeling in one or both eyes
- Discharge that forms a crust overnight
- Tearing or watery eyes
- Sensitivity to light
- Swollen eyelids
- Burning sensation
Causas Comunes
- Viral infection (most common, often with cold symptoms)
- Bacterial infection (causes thick discharge)
- Allergies (pollen, dust mites, pet dander)
- Chemical irritants (chlorine, smoke, fumes)
- Contact lens irritation or infection
- Foreign object in the eye
- Blocked tear duct (in newborns)
Opciones de Tratamiento
- Antibiotic eye drops for bacterial conjunctivitis
- Antibiotic eye ointment
- Antihistamine drops for allergic conjunctivitis
- Artificial tears for comfort
- Cold compresses
- Hygiene recommendations to prevent spread
Cuándo Buscar Atención Médica
Aunque muchos casos de pink eye (conjunctivitis) pueden tratarse online, debes buscar atención médica inmediata si experimentas:
- •Severe eye pain
- •Vision changes or sensitivity to light
- •Intense redness in the eye
- •Symptoms that don't improve within 24-48 hours
- •Weakened immune system
- •Pre-existing eye conditions
- •Newborn with eye symptoms
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Cómo Funciona
Recibe tratamiento para pink eye (conjunctivitis) en tres sencillos pasos
Reserva Online
Elige un horario conveniente y reserva tu videoconsulta en minutos.
Consulta con un Médico
Conecta con un médico que habla inglés y evaluará tu condición.
Recibe Tratamiento
Recibe tu receta en tu farmacia local o plan de tratamiento.
Preguntas Frecuentes sobre Tratamiento de Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
Can I get antibiotic eye drops online?
Yes, if our doctor determines you have bacterial conjunctivitis, they can prescribe antibiotic eye drops that you can pick up at any pharmacy. Not all pink eye requires antibiotics—viral conjunctivitis won't respond to them.
How can a doctor diagnose pink eye via video call?
Our doctors can assess your symptoms, look at your eye via video, and ask about accompanying symptoms to determine the type of conjunctivitis. They'll recommend appropriate treatment based on whether it's bacterial, viral, or allergic.
Is pink eye contagious?
Viral and bacterial conjunctivitis are highly contagious. Our doctors will provide guidance on preventing spread to others and when it's safe to return to work or school.
How long does pink eye last?
Viral pink eye typically resolves in 1-2 weeks. Bacterial pink eye often improves within 24-48 hours of starting antibiotic drops. Allergic conjunctivitis continues as long as you're exposed to the allergen.
Can I wear contact lenses with pink eye?
You should avoid wearing contact lenses until the infection clears completely. Our doctors will advise when it's safe to resume lens wear and whether you need to replace your current lenses.