Pink Eye Treatment in Coimbra
Got pink eye in Coimbra? Get diagnosed and treated by English-speaking doctors online. Prescription eye drops sent to your local pharmacy.
About 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.
Common Causes
- 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)
Symptoms to Watch For
When to Seek Medical Attention
While many cases of pink eye (conjunctivitis) can be treated online, you should seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- •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
For emergencies, call 112 or go to the nearest hospital in Coimbra.
Pink Eye Treatment Options in Coimbra
Our doctors can provide comprehensive treatment including diagnosis, prescriptions, and follow-up care
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
How to Get Pink Eye Treatment in Coimbra
Get treated in 3 simple steps—start your consultation in minutes
Describe Your Symptoms
Tell us about your pink eye (conjunctivitis) symptoms and medical history
Video Consultation
Connect with a licensed, English-speaking doctor via video call
Get Your Prescription
Receive your prescription digitally—pick it up at any pharmacy in Coimbra
Healthcare in Coimbra: what visitors and residents should know
How local care works in Coimbra and across Centro, Portugal — and where an online doctor fits alongside it.
Coimbra is served by ULS de Coimbra, formed in the 2024 reorganisation around the city's university hospital centre together with the surrounding health centres. Portugal restructured its health service on 1 January 2024: the five regional health administrations (ARS) were dissolved and replaced by 39 Unidades Locais de Saúde (ULS), each combining hospitals and health centres under one management. For non-emergency symptoms the national triage line SNS 24 (808 24 24 24) assesses you by phone and directs you to self-care, a health centre or an emergency department. EHIC and UK GHIC holders access state care on resident terms. Out of hours, pharmacies run a rota — the farmácia de serviço — posted at every closed pharmacy. Coimbra is Portugal's principal medical and academic city: the University of Coimbra dates from 1290 and the city has long been the country's centre of medical training and tertiary referral, so specialist provision here is unusually deep for a city of its size and patients are referred in from across central Portugal. The flip side is a large transient student and international-exchange population — arriving each autumn, unregistered, needing contraception, repeat prescriptions and mental-health support in a second language. The city sits inland on the Mondego between Lisbon and Porto, so it is a common stopping point for travellers moving between the two, and its academic calendar rather than the tourist season drives the rhythm of demand.
- UNESCO World Heritage university
- Large international student population
- Central location between Lisbon and Porto
Areas we cover around Coimbra and Centro
An online consultation is not a substitute for emergency care. If you are in Coimbra and your symptoms are severe or life-threatening, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) Treatment FAQs
Common questions about pink eye (conjunctivitis) treatment in Coimbra
Can I get antibiotic eye drops online in Coimbra?
Yes, if our doctor determines you have bacterial conjunctivitis, they can prescribe antibiotic eye drops that you can pick up at any pharmacy in Coimbra. 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.
Licensed Doctors
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