1. Conjunctivitis
Madras eye
Pink eye
Eye flu
It is redness & inflammation of the membranes covering the whites of the eyes and on the inner part of the eyelids.

2. Causes The leading cause of a red, inflamed eye is viral infection
A number of different viruses can be responsible

3. Signs & symptoms
Vary from moderate to severe

4. Signs & symptoms
Eye redness (hyperemia) is a common symptom 

5. Signs & symptoms
Swollen, red eyelids

6. Signs & symptoms
More tear production in the eyes than usual

7. Signs & symptoms
Make you feel as though there is something in the eye

8. Signs & symptoms
An itching or burning sensation

9. Signs & symptoms
Sensitivity to light (photophobia)

10. Signs & symptoms
Creamy white or thick yellow drainage that causes the eyelids to be red, puffy, or stick together in the morning may indicate a bacterial infection

11. Diagnosis
A doctor can usually diagnose conjunctivitis by its distinguishing symptoms
However a slit lamp examination may be required

12. When conjunctivitis means something more
Persistent conjunctivitis can be a sign of an underlying illness in the body

13. Prevention Highly contagious
Spread by direct contact with infected people

14. Prevention
Proper washing and disinfecting can help prevent the spread

15. Prevention
Wash your hands frequently, particularly after applying medications to the area

16. Prevention
Avoid touching the eye area 

17. Prevention
Never share towels or hankies

18. Prevention
Throw away tissue after use

19. Prevention
Change bed linen and towels daily if possible

20. Prevention
Disinfect all surfaces, including worktops, sinks and doorknobs

21. Prevention
Avoid shaking hands with person suffering from conjunctivitis

22. Prevention
If you are sick, then limit your contact with other people

23. Treatment
Viral conjunctivitis has no treatment - you just have to let the virus run its course, which is usually four to seven days
Bacterial conjunctivitis is treated with antibiotic eye drops, ointment or tablets to clear the infection

24. Easing Symptoms
To reduce pain from conjunctivitis use a cold or warm compress on the eyes

25. How long its contagious?
Conjunctivitis is infectious from around the time symptoms appear until the time when the symptoms have resolved

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