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Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
Category: Children's Health
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Overview What is conjunctivitis/pinkeye? Pinkeye (also called conjunctivitis) is redness and swelling of the conjunctiva, the mucous membrane that lines the eyelid and eye surface. The lining of the eye is usually clear. If irritation or infection occurs, the lining becomes red and swollen. See illustrations of a normal eye and one with conjunctivitis. Pinkeye is very common. It usually is not serious and goes away in 7 to 10 days without medical treatment. Symptoms •   ...

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