Treatment for eye infections

• What type of treatment is available for eye infections?

  Fortunately, most common bacterial eye infections can be effectively treated with prescription antibiotic eye drops or ointments and compresses. Many common viral eye infections resolve on their own. In cases of severe viral eye infections, an antiviral eye drop may be prescribed.

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• Are there any natural remedies for an eye infection?

  Salt water, or saline, is one of the most effective home remedies for eye infections. Saline is similar to teardrops, which is your eye’s way of naturally cleansing itself. Salt also has antimicrobial properties. Because of this, it only stands to reason that saline can treat eye infections effectively.

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• How do you prevent eye infections?

  Prevent eye infections by washing your hands before touching your eyes or eyelids and before handling contact lenses. You can minimize the risk of catching common bacterial or viral eye infections by using anti-infective sprays and cleansers in public areas, including day care centers and classrooms.

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• What is the best treatment for fungal eye infections?

  All types of fungal eye infections must be treated with prescription antifungal medication, usually for several weeks to months.

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• [PDF File]eye Insights - Harvard University

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  Treatment Prompt treatment is critical. Depending on the etiologic agent, broad-spectrum or single-agent topical antibiotic eye drops are frequently applied; in some cases, a topical steroid may be necessary. 1. Overnight wear 2. Wearing contact lenses while swimming 3. Not disinfecting contact lenses well 4. Not cleaning contact lens cases 5.

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• Anti-infective ophthalmic preparations in general practice

  This article discusses the different anti-infective options that are available to general practitioners to treat infections caused by each aetiological group. It also discusses the role that is played by povidone-iodine and antibiotic-steroid combinations to manage eye infections.

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• [PDF File]Primary Care Approach to Eye Conditions and headache.

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  eye redness, lacrimation, watery discharge and blurred vision. These symptoms are usually mild and often self-limiting after one to two weeks. The treatment is often supportive care with cold compresses and artificial tears. Since viral conjunctivitis is easily transmissible, it is imperative to educate patients regarding

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• [PDF File]TREATMENT OF OCULAR INFECTIONS IN HOSPITALIZED ADULTS - Wicha Lab

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  TREATMENT OF OCULAR INFECTIONS IN HOSPITALIZED ADULTS. Clinical Setting. Empiric Therapy. Duration. Comments. Periorbital Cellulitis. Severe infection warranting hospital admission, or failing outpatient oral antibiotics. Staphylococcus aureus. Streptococcus pneumonia.

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