Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) Articles

Symptoms, causes and treatment for pink eye (conjunctivitis)
A young white couple just woke up in bed in the morning and joke and laugh together.

Can you get pink eye from a fart?

If you’re worried that pink eye can be spread via farts, you’re not alone. Here, our health experts separate fact from stinky fiction.

| By Elizabeth Morrill, RN
Young Black woman laughing with hands covering her eyes wearing casual pink sweater

When does pink eye cause fever?

Are you dealing with sensitive, itchy eyes and a fever? Our experts break down what to know about pink eye + fever. Plus, when to seek medical help.

| By Elizabeth Morrill, RN
A selfie of a woman on a beach in winter. She is wrapped up against the cold, wearing an insulated coat with he hood pulled up and a woollen hat. All that can be seen of her face is her eyes.

Eye twitches, conjunctivitis and more eye health updates

Curious about why your eye muscles are pumping? Looking for online pink eye treatment? These tips will keep your vision clear throughout the new year.

| By Jacqueline Raposo
An Asian woman with pink hair puts lipstick on while looking in the mirror of a pink bathroom.

How long is pink eye contagious after starting drops?

If your eyes are still tearing and emitting pink eye discharge, are you still contagious? Get all the answers straight from the experts.

| By Elizabeth Morrill, RN

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