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Conjunctivitis
McKinley Health Center.
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EMedicine - Conjunctivitis, Giant Papillary : Article By Barry Weissman, OD, PhD
conjunctivitis, Giant Papillary Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) is a commoncomplication of contact lens wear, first described by Spring in 1974 in
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Extractions: (advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Ophthalmology Conjunctiva Last Updated: December 4, 2000 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: GPC AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Barry Weissman, OD, PhD , Chief of Contact Lens Service, Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California at Los Angeles Editor(s): Anastasios J Kanellopoulos, MD , Assistant Program Director, Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, New York University; Donald S Fong, MD, MPH , Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, UCLA School of Medicine; Consulting Physician, Department of Ophthalmology, Southern California Permamente Medical Group; Christopher J Rapuano, MD
House Finch Disease Survey Home Page
Monitors the occurrence of Mycoplasmal conjunctivitis, a disease that affects House Finches and other wild bird species in the United States and Canada. Site describes the disease and how to recognize it.
http://birds.cornell.edu/HOFI/index.html

Extractions: The survey is easy to do: participants record the visits of House Finches and American Goldfinches at their feeders and the occurrence of diseased birds, and then send their data to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. In doing so, they help scientists document the occurrence and spread of mycoplasmal conjunctivitis in the United States and Canada ( view map showing the prevalence of the disease since it was first observed). There is now indication that mycoplasmal conjunctivitis has made its way to the West. Researchers recently confirmed the presence of the disease in Montana, and several participants of the House Finch Disease Survey from western states and British Columbia reported seeing House Finches with eye infections during 2001-2002 (see map).
AOA | Conjunctivitis
conjunctivitis Eye Diseases, conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva,the thin, transparent layer that lines the inner eyelid and covers the
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Extractions: Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin, transparent layer that lines the inner eyelid and covers the white part of the eye. The three main types of conjunctivitis are infectious, allergic and chemical. The infectious type, commonly called "pink eye" is caused by a contagious virus or bacteria. Your body's allergies to pollen, cosmetics, animals or fabrics often bring on allergic conjunctivitis. And, irritants like air pollution, noxious fumes and chlorine in swimming pools may produce the chemical form. Common symptoms of conjunctivitis are red watery eyes, inflamed inner eyelids, blurred vision, a scratchy feeling in the eyes and, sometimes, a puslike or watery discharge. Conjunctivitis can sometimes develop into something that can harm vision so you should see your optometrist promptly for diagnosis and treatment. A good way to treat allergic or chemical conjunctivitis is to avoid the cause. If that does not work, prescription or over-the-counter eye drops may relieve discomfort. Infectious conjunctivitis, caused by bacteria, can be treated with antibiotic eye drops. Other forms, caused by viruses, cannot be treated with antibiotics. They must be fought off by your body's immune system. To control the spread of infectious conjunctivitis, you should keep your hands away from your eyes, thoroughly wash your hands before applying eye medications and do not share towels, washcloths, cosmetics or eye drops with others.
Self-care For Pink Eye
conjunctivitis and its care at home.
http://www.umr.edu/~umrshs/pinkeye.html
Allergic Conjunctivitis
A look at allergic conjunctivitis, its prevention, treating the symptoms and if the medicine has side Category Health Conditions and Diseases AllergiesAllergic conjunctivitis. What is allergic conjunctivitis and whatcauses it? Will allergic conjunctivitis damage my eyesight? No.
http://familydoctor.org/handouts/678.html

Extractions: Allergic Conjunctivitis What is allergic conjunctivitis and what causes it? A clear, thin membrane called the conjunctiva covers your eyeball and the inside of your eyelids. If something irritates this covering, your eyes may become red and swollen. Your eyes also may itch or even hurt, and they may water. This is called conjunctivitis. When an allergen is the cause of the irritation, the condition is called allergic conjunctivitis. Some common allergens include pollen from trees, grass and ragweed; animal skin and hair; perfumes and cosmetics; skin medicines; air pollution and smoke. Other causes of conjunctivitis are viral and bacterial infections. Will allergic conjunctivitis damage my eyesight? No. Allergic conjunctivitis is irritating and uncomfortable, but it will not hurt your eyesight. What can I do to avoid getting these symptoms? Try to identify and avoid the allergens that cause your symptoms. Stay indoors when pollen and mold levels are high. You can usually find out when these levels are high from the weather report. Keep your doors and windows closed and use an air conditioner during the summer months. How is allergic conjunctivitis treated?
Pink Eye
A free monograph on conjunctivitis, pink eye for patient counseling.
http://rxinsider.com/monographs/pink_eye.htm
EID V3 N1: Mycoplasmal Conjunctivitis In Wild Songbirds: The Spread Of A New Con
Mycoplasmal conjunctivitis in Wild Songbirds The Spread of a New Contagious Diseasein a Mobile Host Population. conjunctivitis, Mycoplasma gallisepticum a.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/eid/vol3no1/fischer2.htm

Extractions: Dispatches Download Article A new mycoplasmal conjunctivitis was first reported in wild house finches ( Carpodacus mexicanus ) in early 1994. The causative agent was identified as Mycoplasma gallisepticum (MG), a nonzoonotic pathogen of poultry that had not been associated with disease in wild songbirds. Since the initial observations of affected house finches in the mid-Atlantic region, the disease has become widespread and has been reported throughout the eastern United States and Canada. By late 1995, mycoplasmal conjunctivitis had spread to an additional species, the American goldfinch ( Carduelis tristis ). This new disease exemplifies the rapid spread of a pathogen following introduction into a mobile wildlife population and provides lessons that may apply to emerging human diseases. In February 1994, house finches with swollen or crusty eyelids and impaired vision were observed at backyard bird feeders in suburban Washington, D.C. ( ). Severely affected birds
CONJUNCTIVITIS
Information on conjunctivitis.
http://www.todaysvision.com/conjunctivitis.htm

Extractions: In conjunctivitis, the surface of the eye and the inside lining of the eyelids become inflamed and sore. The eye looks red and bloodshot. There may be a discharge that makes it feel sticky and "gummed up." If you suspect you or your child has conjunctivitis, see your doctor immediately. Wash your hands after you have touched your eyes, and have your own separate wash cloth and towel.
Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis - What Is It And How To Treat It?
Guide to allergic conjunctivitis for the public.
http://www.contactlenses.co.uk/education/public/seasonal_allergic_conjunctivitis

Extractions: Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis The most common type of ocular allergies are seasonal and perennial (year round) allergic conjunctivitis. Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (hay fever conjunctivitis), is the more common type accounting for the majority of allergic conjunctivitis cases. As its name suggests, it is related to specific pollens that spore during specific seasons. Symptoms generally include red, itchy, and watery eyes. People affected by hay fever and other seasonal allergies also experience symptoms involving the nose and throat. Perennial allergic conjunctivitis is a year-round allergic condition. These allergic responses are often related to animal dander, dust, or other allergens that are present in the environment year round. Symptoms are similar to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis: however, they tend to be milder. Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis generally occurs in the spring months (grass pollen induced), and in the late summer months (ragweed pollen induced). Itching is a dominant symptom in seasonal allergic conjunctivitis diagnosis, as well as watery/mucus discharge, burning, and redness. Unfortunately, there is no known cure for seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, unless you can find a way to completely avoid coming into contact with the allergens.
Virtual Children's Hospital
Information on pink eye (infectious conjunctivitis) in the first two months of life.
http://www.vh.org/Patients/IHB/Peds/CQQA/pinkeye.htm
Conjunctivitis
Patient Education The following patient education materials are consistent withthe available evidence. Treating Allergic conjunctivitis From AAFP. Rev.
http://www.montana.edu/wwwebm/Conjunctivitis.htm
Conjunnctivitis Information At IVillage.com
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Handbook Of Ocular Disease Management - Bacterial Conjunctivitis
Bacterial conjunctivitis In cases of hyperacute bacterial conjunctivitis, the patientwill present with similar signs and symptoms, albeit much more severe.
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Extractions: Patients with bacterial conjunctival infections present with injection of the bulbar conjunctiva, episcleral vessels and perhaps papillae of the palpebral conjunctiva. The infection often starts in one eye, then soon spreads to the other. There will be thick mucopurulent discharge, and patients usually say that their eyelids and eyelashes are matted shut upon awakening. There may be mild photophobia and discomfort, but usually no pain. Visual function is normal in most cases. PATHOPHYSIOLOGY The eye has a battery of defenses to prevent bacterial invasion. These include bacteriostatic lysozymes and immunoglobulins in the tear film, the shearing force of the blink, the immune system in general, and non-pathogenic bacteria that colonize the eye and compete against external organisms that try to enter. When any of these defense mechanisms break down, pathogenic bacterial infection is possible. Invading bacteria, and the exotoxins they produce, are considered foreign antigens. This induces an antigen-antibody immune reaction and subsequently causes inflammation. In a normal, healthy person the eye will fight to return to homeostasis, and the bacteria will eventually be eradicated. However, an extra heavy load of external organisms can be too difficult to fight off, causing a conjunctival infection and setting the eye up for potential corneal infection. The most commonly encountered organisms are Staphylococcus aureus, Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. In cases of hyperacute bacterial conjunctivitis, the patient will present with similar signs and symptoms, albeit much more severe. The most common infectious organisms in hyperacute conjunctivitis are Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Corynebacterium diptheroides. There is more danger in hyperacute bacterial conjunctivitis as these organisms can penetrate an intact cornea.
Handbook Of Ocular Disease Management - Viral Conjunctivitis
Viral conjunctivitis (Pharyngoconjunctival Fever Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis)A Pseudomembrane in EKC, Severe Follicular Reaction.
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Extractions: Most viral infections produce a mild, self-limiting conjunctivitis, but some have the potential to produce severe, disabling visual difficulties. The two most common self-limiting forms of viral conjunctivitis are epidemic keratoconjunctivitis and pharyngoconjunctival fever. Pharyngoconjunc-tival fever (PCF) is characterized by fever, sore throat and follicular conjunctivitis. It may be unilateral or bilateral. It is caused regularly by adenovirus 3 and occasionally 4 or 7. Corneal infiltrates are rare. The disorder varies in severity but usually persists for four days to two weeks. While the virus is shed from the conjunctiva within 14 days, it remains in fecal matter for 30 days. Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis (EKC) often presents as a bilateral, inferior, palpebral, follicular conjunctivitis, with epithelial and stromal keratitis. Subepithelial corneal infiltrates are much more common in EKC than in PCF and are typically concentrated in the central cornea. EKC is regularly caused by adenovirus types 8 and 19. The key clinical signs of both conditions include: conjunctival injection, tearing, serous discharge, edematous eyelids, pinpoint subconjunctival hemorrhages, pseudomembrane formation and palpable preauricular lymph nodes. In severe cases, conjunctival desiccation causes scarring and symblepharon formation (adherence of the bulbar and palpebral conjunctivas).
CONJUNCTIVITIS IN CHILDHOOD
conjunctivitis IN CHILDHOOD. by Dr. Moshe Ipp What are the most commoncauses of conjunctivitis in childhood? conjunctivitis
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Extractions: by Dr. Moshe Ipp What are the most common causes of conjunctivitis in childhood? Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva which is usually caused by infection or allergy. It is frequently referred to as pink eye and is the most common acute eye disorder seen by primary care pediatricians and family physicians. What are the characteristics of allergic conjunctivitis? Allergic conjunctivitis is characterized by ocular redness and itching. Tearing (clear tears), crusting of the eye lids and photophobia may also be seen. The condition is often recurrent, and seasonal. Children who have allergic conjunctivitis often have a history of other atopic diseases, particularly allergic rhinitis, eczema or asthma. What are the characteristics of an infectious conjunctivitis? Infectious conjunctivitis may be bacterial or viral. Bacterial conjunctivitis is twice as common as viral conjunctivitis. Typically in bacterial conjunctivitis the eye is red, there is a purulent discharge, the affected child is often a pre-schooler and there may be an associated otitis media. In viral conjunctivitis there is redness, clear tearing or crusting, usually occurs in an older school age child, and is often associated with pharyngitis.
MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Conjunctivitis
conjunctivitis. Definition Return to top conjunctivitis is inflammationor infection of the membrane lining the eyelids (conjunctiva).
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Extractions: Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Eye Alternative names Return to top Inflammation - conjunctiva; Pink eye Definition Return to top Conjunctivitis is inflammation or infection of the membrane lining the eyelids ( conjunctiva Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top The conjunctiva is exposed to bacteria and other irritants. Tears help protect the conjunctiva by diluting bacteria and washing it away. Tears also contain enzymes and antibodies which kill bacteria. There are many causes of conjunctivitis. Viruses are the most common cause. Other types include bacterial, Chlamydial, fungal, and parasitic agents (rarely). Pink eye refers to a viral infection of the conjunctiva. These infections are very contagious, especially among children. The virus is similar to the type which cause the common cold. The key is handwashing to prevent spreading the virus. Bacteria are an uncommon cause of conjunctivitis. Many physicians will give a mild antibiotic eyedrop for all cases of pink eye to prevent bacterial conjunctivitis. Other causes are
MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Neonatal Conjunctivitis
Neonatal conjunctivitis. Alternative names Return to top Newborn conjunctivitis;conjunctivitis of the newborn; Ophthalmia neonatorum.
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Extractions: Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Eye Alternative names Return to top Newborn conjunctivitis; Conjunctivitis of the newborn; Ophthalmia neonatorum Definition Return to top Neonatal conjunctivitis is a red eye in a newborn caused by irritation, a blocked tear duct, or infection. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Conjunctivitis in a newborn can be caused simply by a blocked tear duct or by irritation produced by the antibiotic eyedrops given at birth. However, if it is caused by an infection, it can be very serious. Many organisms can cause infection in the eyes of newborn infants. The most common bacterial infections with potential to cause serious eye damage are gonorrhea (Neisseria gonorrhea) and Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis), which can be passed from mother to child during birth. The viruses that cause genital and oral herpes can also cause neonatal conjunctivitis and severe eye damage. These viruses may also be acquired during passage through the birth canal, however herpes conjunctivitis is less common than those caused by gonorrhea and Chlamydia.
Conjunctivitis
conjunctivitis, Book, Management See Specific management protocols;See Viral conjunctivitis; See Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis; See
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis Hay fever conjunctivitis. Irritant conjunctivitis. SeeAlso Medication induced conjunctivitis; Vernal conjunctivitis.
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