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Allergies</a></li></ul></div></li></ul></div></div></div></nav><div><div class="css-m260rd"><div data-article-body="0" class="css-1h1rean css-1kdolwm"><div class="css-z468a2"><h1>Do I Have Pink Eye or Allergies?</h1><div data-preamp="social-proof-lessons"></div><div data-testid="byline"><section data-testid="byline" class="css-4baf7j"><div class="css-1q67gt9"><div class="css-quwpxp"><img src="//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Ann-Marie-Griff-500x500-Bio.png?w=105&h=105" alt=""/></div></div><div><span><span><a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medically reviewed</a> by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ann Marie Griff, O.D.</a></span></span> — <span><span><span><span>Written by <span>Jacquelyn Cafasso</span></span></span></span></span> <span> on December 10, 2018</span></div></section></div><div><nav class="css-wp9hsz fontWeight" id="tab-bar-0" data-testid="tab-bar"><ul class="css-wy0i0w"><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#infection-vs-allergies" class="css-imydbp">Infection vs. Allergies</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#symptoms" class="css-imydbp">Symptoms</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#causes" class="css-imydbp">Causes</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#treatments" class="css-imydbp">Treatments</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#prevention" class="css-imydbp">Prevention</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#when-to-see-a-doctor" class="css-imydbp">When to see a doctor</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#takeaway" class="css-imydbp">Takeaway</a></li></ul></nav><article class="article-body css-d2znx6 undefined"><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2 class="css-wxr3l5"><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="overview">What is conjunctivitis?</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is a broad term that most people use to describe an infection or inflammation of the eye, specifically the “conjunctiva” tissue underneath the eyelids. When you have <a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/conjunctivitis" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">pink eye</a>, one or both eyes may become red, itchy, and watery.</p></div><div><div data-preamp="serena-chatbot"></div></div><div><p>Most people who use the term pink eye are referring to a bacterial or viral infection in the eye, but pink eye can also be caused by allergies. This is called <a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/conjunctivitis" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">allergic conjunctivitis</a>. Irritants, like smoke, can also cause pink eye.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline2__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline2__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="infection-vs-allergies">Infection vs. allergies</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>It can be difficult to tell whether you have the bacterial or viral pink eye or the kind caused by allergies or other irritants. But it’s an important distinction to make because bacterial and viral pink eye is highly contagious, while allergic pink eye is not. Treatment for allergic pink eye is also different than treatment for infectious pink eye.</p></div><div><p>Figuring out if you have pink eye caused by an infection versus pink eye caused by allergies or other irritants comes down to the specifics of your symptoms and your medical history.</p></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="symptoms">Symptom comparison</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>The symptoms of pink eye caused by allergies are similar to pink eye caused by an infection. These symptoms may include:</p></div><div><ul><li>itchy eyes</li><li>pink or red-toned eyes</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/watering-eyes" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">watery eyes</a></li><li>burning eyes</li><li>thick discharge that builds up at night</li></ul></div><div><p>However, there are a few key differences in symptoms between viral, bacterial, and allergic pink eye:</p></div><div><div class="aligncenter scrollTable css-1iwt4bv css-1iwt4bv"><table class="responsive css-1pp4cxb"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Symptom</strong></td><td><strong>Viral </strong></td><td><strong>Bacterial </strong></td><td><strong>Allergic </strong></td></tr><tr><td>mild itching</td><td> ✔ </td><td> ✔ </td><td> ✔ </td></tr><tr><td>pink or red-toned eyes</td><td> ✔ </td><td> ✔ </td><td> ✔ </td></tr><tr><td>watery discharge</td><td> ✔ </td><td></td><td> ✔ </td></tr><tr><td>thick yellow-green discharge that may form a crust</td><td></td><td> ✔ </td><td></td></tr><tr><td>intense itching</td><td></td><td></td><td> ✔ </td></tr><tr><td>burning eyes</td><td> ✔ </td><td> ✔ </td><td> ✔ </td></tr><tr><td>tends to occur in both eyes</td><td> ✔<em></em></td><td></td><td> ✔ </td></tr><tr><td>mild pain</td><td>✔ </td><td>✔ </td><td></td></tr><tr><td>gritty feeling in the eye</td><td></td><td>✔ </td><td>✔ </td></tr><tr><td>usually accompanies a cold or other type of respiratory infection</td><td> ✔ </td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>swelling or tenderness in the area in front of the ears</td><td>✔</td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div><div><p>Allergic conjunctivitis tends to happen seasonally when <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies/pollen" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">pollen</a> counts are high, but it can happen at any time of the year depending on your allergies. If you’re allergic to dust or pet dander, for example, you may notice that your symptoms worsen when you dust the house or groom your pet.</p></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="causes">Causes of pink eye</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Pink eye is a general term for inflammation of the conjunctiva. This is the mucous membrane that conceals the front of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelids. In the medical world, pink eye is referred to as conjunctivitis.</p></div><div><p>The conjunctiva can become inflamed for many reasons. Most commonly, pink eye is caused by:</p></div><div><h3>Viruses </h3></div><div><p>Conjunctivitis is often caused by one of the same viruses that cause the common cold or other respiratory infections, such as <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/common-cold-causes" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">adenovirus</a>. You might get viral conjunctivitis if you come in contact with someone who is sick with a cold.</p></div><div><h3>Bacteria</h3></div><div><p>Bacterial conjunctivitis is most often caused by the same type of bacteria that cause strep throat and staph infections, such as <em>Streptococcus</em> and <em>Staphylococcus</em>.</p></div><div><h3>Allergies</h3></div><div><p>Common allergens, like pollen or dust, can cause pink eye in one or both of your eyes. Allergens make your body produce histamines. The histamines cause inflammation. In turn, this results in the symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis. Allergic pink eye is usually very itchy. People with seasonal <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">allergies </a>(hay fever) are more likely to get allergic conjunctivitis.</p></div><div><h3>Irritants</h3></div><div><p>If a chemical or foreign substance accidentally gets into your eyes, they may become irritated or inflamed. Examples of irritants include chlorine, a chemical commonly found in swimming pools, smoke, or smog.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline9__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline9__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="treatments">Treatments</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Pink eye is usually very easy to treat, but your treatment will largely depend on the underlying cause. </p></div><div><h3>Caused by bacteria</h3></div><div><p>Antibiotics are the standard treatment for pink eye caused by bacteria. The antibiotics will usually come as eye drops or ointment. Make sure to follow your doctor’s instructions for using the medication. If you wear contacts, it’s a good idea to stop wearing them until your pink eye completely clears up.</p></div><div><h3>Caused by a virus</h3></div><div><p>There’s no specific treatment for viral conjunctivitis. Symptoms will probably go away on their own in four to seven days, after the virus has run its course. In the meantime, you can try applying a warm compress to the eyes to help soothe your symptoms.</p></div><div><h3>Caused by allergies</h3></div><div><p>Over-the-counter (OTC) <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies/antihistamine-brands#firstgeneration-brands" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">antihistamines </a>can help with the inflammation caused by allergies. Loratadine (Claritin) and diphenhydramine (Benadryl) are some examples. You can also try OTC antihistamine eyedrops or anti-inflammatory eyedrops.</p></div><div><h3>Caused by chemicals or irritants</h3></div><div><p>Pink eye caused by chemicals or irritants will likely go away without treatment in a few days. You should make sure to rinse the eyes with sterile saline or artificial tear eyedrops to ensure the irritant has been removed. A warm compress with your eye closed may help soothe the irritation.</p></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="prevention">Prevention</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Viral and bacterial pink eye are highly contagious. Practicing good hygiene is one of the best ways to avoid these types of pink eye.</p></div><div><p>Here are some tips to avoid the spread of contagious pink eye:</p></div><div><ul><li>wash your hands often</li><li>avoid rubbing your eyes</li><li>don’t share makeup, especially eyeline or mascara</li><li>use clean tissues and towels to wipe your face and eyes</li><li>wash and change your pillowcases frequently</li></ul></div><div><p>If you wear contact lenses:</p></div><div><ul><li>clean and replace your contact lenses often</li><li>avoid poorly fitted contact lenses</li><li>don’t share contact lenses </li><li>wash your hands before inserting or removing contact lenses</li></ul></div><div><p>You can prevent allergic pink eye by avoiding whatever you’re allergic to, if possible. For example, if you’re allergic to cat dander, you can avoid petting a cat or touching anything that has made contact with a cat. </p></div><div><p>For outdoor allergies, you can close windows when the pollen count is high or use an indoor air purifier. Taking an allergy medicine daily, like <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies/zyrtec-vs-claritin" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Claritin or Zyrtec</a>, at the start of allergy season can also prevent or reduce your <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hay-fever-symptoms" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">allergy symptoms.</a></p></div><div class="css-umsscj"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-10gx9pb"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline14__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline14__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1l7cd95"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="when-to-see-a-doctor">When to see a doctor</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>If you have a yellow-green discharge coming from one or both eyes or a crust in your eyes when you wake up in the morning, see a doctor. This is most likely bacterial pink eye. You’ll need a prescription for antibiotic eye drops to help clear up the infection.</p></div><div><p>You should also consider seeing a doctor if your symptoms don’t clear up in about 7 to 10 days.</p></div><div><p>There are some eye symptoms that could indicate something more serious than conjunctivitis. See a doctor if you’re experiencing:</p></div><div><ul><li>blurred vision</li><li>reduced vision</li><li>intense pain in the eyes</li><li>sensitivity to light (<a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/photosensitivity" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">photosensitivity</a>)</li><li>inability to open the eye</li><li>the cornea becomes opaque rather than clear</li></ul></div><div><p>See a doctor right away if you have a newborn baby with symptoms of pink eye. Conjunctivitis in babies can be very serious. You should also see a doctor you have a compromised immune system or another eye condition.</p></div><div><p>If you suspect that your child or toddler has pink eye, don’t send them to school or daycare and see a doctor as soon as possible. If the pink eye is caused by a virus or bacterial infection, it’s a good idea to keep them away from other children to avoid spreading this highly contagious infection.</p></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="takeaway">The bottom line</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Pink eye can be caused by a bacterial or viral infection, as well as allergies and other irritants. 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Learn about the common and not-so-common symptoms of pink eye.</a></p><a class="css-1c2ok3c css-y30xg1" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/conjunctivitis-symptoms;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|6" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What Are the Symptoms of Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)?|rn5" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/conjunctivitis-symptoms?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right css-1bisyf5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-17lceqi css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-1d1kvj4"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-z468a2 css-t8t3ia"><div class="css-k3xa71"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1pvwan1"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Long Can Pink Eye Live on Fabric?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="How Long Can Pink Eye Live on Fabric?" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/female-nurse-making-bed-732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/female-nurse-making-bed-732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-j5n0jw css-1hjyqqq" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Long Can Pink Eye Live on Fabric?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">How Long Can Pink Eye Live on Fabric?</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-ra9ywe"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vicente-Diaz-500x500-Bio.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Vicente Diaz, MD, MBA</a></span></span></div></section><p><a class="css-2fdibo css-v34bze" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Long Can Pink Eye Live on Fabric?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Pink eye can be allergic, viral, or bacterial. Viral and bacterial pink eye can live on fabric and surfaces for up to 2 days, although some may live…</a></p><a class="css-1c2ok3c css-y30xg1" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Long Can Pink Eye Live on Fabric?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-can-pink-eye-live-on-fabric?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right css-1bisyf5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-17lceqi css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-1d1kvj4"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-z468a2 css-t8t3ia"><div class="css-k3xa71"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1pvwan1"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo 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css-1hjyqqq" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/conjunctivitis-and-eye-makeup;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|8" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Can I Wear Eye Makeup if I Have Conjunctivitis?|rn7" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/conjunctivitis-and-eye-makeup?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">Can I Wear Eye Makeup if I Have Conjunctivitis?</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-ra9ywe"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Ann-Marie-Griff-500x500-Bio.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Ann Marie Griff, O.D.</a></span></span></div></section><p><a class="css-2fdibo css-v34bze" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/conjunctivitis-and-eye-makeup;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|8" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Can I Wear Eye Makeup if I Have Conjunctivitis?|rn7" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/conjunctivitis-and-eye-makeup?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">You should avoid wearing eye makeup if you have conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, as bacteria could spread to your healthy eye.</a></p><a class="css-1c2ok3c css-y30xg1" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/conjunctivitis-and-eye-makeup;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|8" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Can I Wear Eye Makeup if I Have Conjunctivitis?|rn7" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/conjunctivitis-and-eye-makeup?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span 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the Difference Between Viral and Bacterial Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)?" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/young-woman-teenanger-rubbing-itchy-eye-732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/young-woman-teenanger-rubbing-itchy-eye-732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-j5n0jw css-1hjyqqq" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/eye-health/viral-vs-bacterial-pink-eye;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|9" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What’s the Difference Between Viral and Bacterial Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)?|rn8" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-health/viral-vs-bacterial-pink-eye?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">What’s the Difference Between Viral and Bacterial Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)?</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-ra9ywe"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Leela-Raju-500x500-Bio.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Leela Raju, MD</a></span></span></div></section><p><a class="css-2fdibo css-v34bze" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/eye-health/viral-vs-bacterial-pink-eye;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|9" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What’s the Difference Between Viral and Bacterial Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)?|rn8" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-health/viral-vs-bacterial-pink-eye?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Viral and bacterial pink eye are infections that cause red, itchy eyes. While their causes are different, both are very contagious but often clear up…</a></p><a class="css-1c2ok3c css-y30xg1" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/eye-health/viral-vs-bacterial-pink-eye;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|9" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What’s the Difference Between Viral and Bacterial Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)?|rn8" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-health/viral-vs-bacterial-pink-eye?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right css-1bisyf5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-17lceqi css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-1d1kvj4"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-z468a2 css-t8t3ia"><div class="css-k3xa71"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1pvwan1"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/atopic-keratoconjunctivitis;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|10" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Overview of Atopic Keratoconjunctivitis|rn9" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/atopic-keratoconjunctivitis?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="Overview of Atopic Keratoconjunctivitis" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/man-itchy-and-dry-eyes-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/man-itchy-and-dry-eyes-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-j5n0jw css-1hjyqqq" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/atopic-keratoconjunctivitis;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|10" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Overview of Atopic Keratoconjunctivitis|rn9" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/atopic-keratoconjunctivitis?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">Overview of Atopic Keratoconjunctivitis</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-ra9ywe"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vicente-Diaz-500x500-Bio.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Vicente Diaz, MD, MBA</a></span></span></div></section><p><a class="css-2fdibo css-v34bze" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/atopic-keratoconjunctivitis;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|10" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Overview of Atopic Keratoconjunctivitis|rn9" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/atopic-keratoconjunctivitis?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Atopic keratoconjunctivitis is a rare and severe eye condition. 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When you have \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/symptom/conjunctivitis\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003epink eye\u003c/a\u003e, one or both eyes may become red, itchy, and watery."},{"tagName":"div","attributes":{"data-preamp":"serena-chatbot"},"source":""},{"tagName":"p","source":"Most people who use the term pink eye are referring to a bacterial or viral infection in the eye, but pink eye can also be caused by allergies. This is called \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/symptom/conjunctivitis\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eallergic conjunctivitis\u003c/a\u003e. Irritants, like smoke, can also cause pink eye."}]},{"id":"infection-vs-allergies","title":"Infection vs. Allergies","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Infection vs. allergies"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"It can be difficult to tell whether you have the bacterial or viral pink eye or the kind caused by allergies or other irritants. But it’s an important distinction to make because bacterial and viral pink eye is highly contagious, while allergic pink eye is not. Treatment for allergic pink eye is also different than treatment for infectious pink eye."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Figuring out if you have pink eye caused by an infection versus pink eye caused by allergies or other irritants comes down to the specifics of your symptoms and your medical history."}]},{"id":"symptoms","title":"Symptoms","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Symptom comparison"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"The symptoms of pink eye caused by allergies are similar to pink eye caused by an infection. These symptoms may include:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003eitchy eyes\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003epink or red-toned eyes\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/symptom/watering-eyes\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ewatery eyes\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eburning eyes\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ethick discharge that builds up at night\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"However, there are a few key differences in symptoms between viral, bacterial, and allergic pink eye:"},{"tagName":"div","attributes":{"className":"aligncenter scrollTable css-1iwt4bv css-1iwt4bv"},"source":"\u003ctable class=\"responsive css-1pp4cxb\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptom\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViral \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacterial \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergic \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003emild itching\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003epink or red-toned eyes\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ewatery discharge\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ethick yellow-green discharge that may form a crust\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eintense itching\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eburning eyes\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003etends to occur in both eyes\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔\u003cem\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003emild pain\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003egritty feeling in the eye\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eusually accompanies a cold or other type of respiratory infection\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e ✔ \u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eswelling or tenderness in the area in front of the ears\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e✔\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Allergic conjunctivitis tends to happen seasonally when \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies/pollen\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003epollen\u003c/a\u003e counts are high, but it can happen at any time of the year depending on your allergies. If you’re allergic to dust or pet dander, for example, you may notice that your symptoms worsen when you dust the house or groom your pet."}]},{"id":"causes","title":"Causes","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Causes of pink eye"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Pink eye is a general term for inflammation of the conjunctiva. This is the mucous membrane that conceals the front of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelids. In the medical world, pink eye is referred to as conjunctivitis."},{"tagName":"p","source":"The conjunctiva can become inflamed for many reasons. Most commonly, pink eye is caused by:"},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Viruses "},{"tagName":"p","source":"Conjunctivitis is often caused by one of the same viruses that cause the common cold or other respiratory infections, such as \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/common-cold-causes\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eadenovirus\u003c/a\u003e. You might get viral conjunctivitis if you come in contact with someone who is sick with a cold."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Bacteria"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Bacterial conjunctivitis is most often caused by the same type of bacteria that cause strep throat and staph infections, such as \u003cem\u003eStreptococcus\u003c/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eStaphylococcus\u003c/em\u003e."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Allergies"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Common allergens, like pollen or dust, can cause pink eye in one or both of your eyes. Allergens make your body produce histamines. The histamines cause inflammation. In turn, this results in the symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis. Allergic pink eye is usually very itchy. People with seasonal \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eallergies \u003c/a\u003e(hay fever) are more likely to get allergic conjunctivitis."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Irritants"},{"tagName":"p","source":"If a chemical or foreign substance accidentally gets into your eyes, they may become irritated or inflamed. Examples of irritants include chlorine, a chemical commonly found in swimming pools, smoke, or smog."}]},{"id":"treatments","title":"Treatments","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Treatments"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Pink eye is usually very easy to treat, but your treatment will largely depend on the underlying cause. "},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Caused by bacteria"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Antibiotics are the standard treatment for pink eye caused by bacteria. The antibiotics will usually come as eye drops or ointment. Make sure to follow your doctor’s instructions for using the medication. If you wear contacts, it’s a good idea to stop wearing them until your pink eye completely clears up."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Caused by a virus"},{"tagName":"p","source":"There’s no specific treatment for viral conjunctivitis. Symptoms will probably go away on their own in four to seven days, after the virus has run its course. In the meantime, you can try applying a warm compress to the eyes to help soothe your symptoms."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Caused by allergies"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Over-the-counter (OTC) \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies/antihistamine-brands#firstgeneration-brands\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eantihistamines \u003c/a\u003ecan help with the inflammation caused by allergies. Loratadine (Claritin) and diphenhydramine (Benadryl) are some examples. You can also try OTC antihistamine eyedrops or anti-inflammatory eyedrops."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Caused by chemicals or irritants"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Pink eye caused by chemicals or irritants will likely go away without treatment in a few days. You should make sure to rinse the eyes with sterile saline or artificial tear eyedrops to ensure the irritant has been removed. A warm compress with your eye closed may help soothe the irritation."}]},{"id":"prevention","title":"Prevention","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Prevention"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Viral and bacterial pink eye are highly contagious. Practicing good hygiene is one of the best ways to avoid these types of pink eye."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Here are some tips to avoid the spread of contagious pink eye:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003ewash your hands often\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eavoid rubbing your eyes\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003edon’t share makeup, especially eyeline or mascara\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003euse clean tissues and towels to wipe your face and eyes\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ewash and change your pillowcases frequently\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"If you wear contact lenses:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003eclean and replace your contact lenses often\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eavoid poorly fitted contact lenses\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003edon’t share contact lenses \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ewash your hands before inserting or removing contact lenses\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"You can prevent allergic pink eye by avoiding whatever you’re allergic to, if possible. For example, if you’re allergic to cat dander, you can avoid petting a cat or touching anything that has made contact with a cat. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"For outdoor allergies, you can close windows when the pollen count is high or use an indoor air purifier. Taking an allergy medicine daily, like \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies/zyrtec-vs-claritin\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eClaritin or Zyrtec\u003c/a\u003e, at the start of allergy season can also prevent or reduce your \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/hay-fever-symptoms\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eallergy symptoms.\u003c/a\u003e"}]},{"id":"when-to-see-a-doctor","title":"When to see a doctor","isCollapsable":false,"header":["When to see a doctor"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"If you have a yellow-green discharge coming from one or both eyes or a crust in your eyes when you wake up in the morning, see a doctor. This is most likely bacterial pink eye. You’ll need a prescription for antibiotic eye drops to help clear up the infection."},{"tagName":"p","source":"You should also consider seeing a doctor if your symptoms don’t clear up in about 7 to 10 days."},{"tagName":"p","source":"There are some eye symptoms that could indicate something more serious than conjunctivitis. See a doctor if you’re experiencing:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003eblurred vision\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ereduced vision\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eintense pain in the eyes\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003esensitivity to light (\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/photosensitivity\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ephotosensitivity\u003c/a\u003e)\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003einability to open the eye\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ethe cornea becomes opaque rather than clear\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"See a doctor right away if you have a newborn baby with symptoms of pink eye. Conjunctivitis in babies can be very serious. 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