Reviewed by Dr. Richard Foxx, MD— Conjunctivitis, or “pink eye,” is a rather common condition marked by swelling in the outer membrane of the eye. It can affect the eye and eyelid, and can be unsightly and uncomfortable.

Inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and the white of the eye, can cause the area to turn red or pink.

There are a number of causes of conjunctivitis, including highly contagious viral and bacterial infections. There is even a minor association between conjunctivitis and COVID-19.

Conjunctivitis (Pink

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