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HISTORICAL FACTS: Conjunctivitis - The Untold Story

The redness, tearing and itching of the eyes can be quite scary. The inflammation of the conjunctiva known as conjunctivitis or eye flu is caused by the swelling of the conjunctiva, a transparent membrane covering the outer white layer of the eye and inner eyelids. While the disease is usually…

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Kelly Osbourne Heartbreak: Unrecognisable Star Reveals Son Sidney's Medical Condition Following Sid Wilson Split

Kelly Osbourne shared a touching family moment on Instagram, showing her son Sidney recovering from conjunctivitis amid ongoing relationship speculation with Sid Wilson.

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“Gross, Selfish And Irresponsible”: Influencer Slammed For Partying With Contagious Infection

“This is why I don’t trust people, especially influencers."

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Elton John loses sight after eye infection – how to avoid them and what to do if you get one

Sir Elton John recently revealed on ABC’s Good Morning America that he lost the sight in his right eye after suffering from an eye infection. With poor vision in his left eye too, John said. “It’s been four months now since I haven’t been able to see.”

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Eye care essentials for winter: Risks and prevention tips

Winter is a generally a beautiful season but can also bring with it some common eye problems. The dry, cold weather impacts the eyes and causes discomfort, irritation, and even eye infections.Seasonal allergies are also a common cause of eye issues during winter. The allergens present in the environment, such…

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The risks of swimming with your eyes open underwater

If you’ve ever swam underwater with your eyes open, you have noticed that your eyes sting a bit afterwards. Unlike many animals, we don’t have a third eyelid to protect our eyes underwater, but does that mean we shouldn’t swim with our eyes open?

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Conjunctivitis in kids: Tips for parents to follow

Conjunctivitis means inflammation of conjunctiva which is one of the thin transparent membranes of your eyes. It is a common eye condition in children with various causes classified into infectious and non-infectious types.

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From raindrops to redness: Conjunctivitis awareness during the rainy season

The arrival of the monsoon is welcomed with a sigh of relief after the scorching heat of summer. However, this season also brings a host of health issues, including the increased prevalence of conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye. Conjunctivitis is an inflammatory condition of the eye that can cause…

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Study identifies conjunctivitis as the most common ocular symptom of COVID

Of the several symptoms seen during COVID infection, a few persistent symptoms have been headache, sore throat, conjunctivitis, etc. A new study by a team of researchers at Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Nova Southeastern University has shed more light on the impact of COVID on eye health.…

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Follow these winter eye care tips for your child

This winter demands special attention for your child's eyes, as the harsh weather can adversely affect their eye health. Dr. Rajesh Prabhu, Paediatric Ophthalmologist, Sankara Eye Hospital, Coimbatore shares valuable insights into safeguarding your child's delicate eyes during this season. The vulnerability of kids to allergies, inflammation (such as red,…

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Conjunctivitis: Eye camps to be held in all schools from September 16 to 25

Health dept. to conduct screening camps for 12 lakh students from Sept 16-25. Eye doctors from govt., private hospitals & NGOs to participate. Conjunctivitis cases rising; less than 100 cases diagnosed this year. Ward to treat infection; 5 people currently being treated. Take precautions: maintain hygiene, wash eyes, rest eyes.

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Conjunctivitis patients show 84% positivity for human enteroviruses: AIIMS Raipur study

RAIPUR: Real-time PCR tests on 30 samples have revealed an 84% positivity rate for Human Enteroviruses collected from patients infected with conjunctivitis at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Raipur.

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Conjunctivitis: AI-driven research by eye hospital finds low Vitamin D and those with allergies are high risk

An Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven research and Biomarker study by a city-based private eye hospital has revealed that those with low Vitamin D and allergies are the ones who are getting severely affected by conjunctivitis.

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Tips to quickly cure eye flu and also prevent the pink eye infection

Conjunctivitis is one of the most commonly occurring infections during monsoon and this season the cases have seen a surge across India. The disease is highly infectious and is also quite painful. So what should be done to stay safe from the disease? Here are some professional tips from a…

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As infection cases rise in Delhi, doctors advise to maintain hygeine, avoid self medication

With the rising cases of monsoon-related infections coming to outpatient departments (OPDs) of hospitals in the national capital, doctors have advised people to maintain hygiene and opt for consultation before taking medication for illness. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Telangana sees rise in conjunctivitis cases; students face brunt of outbreak

Telangana is facing an alarming outbreak of conjunctivitis, with 1,000 cases reported in Hyderabad's LVPEI and 1,670 cases in Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital. 'Pink Eye' is caused by viral/bacterial infections, allergies, or parasites, and can affect all ages, but young children, elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are more…

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Special unit in Dharwad for conjunctivitis

In the wake of rise in cases of Conjunctivitis, commonly known as ‘Madras Eye’ in Hubballi-Dharwad and rural areas of Dharwad district, a special unit has been set up at Civil Hospital in Dharwad.

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Hospitals in City see spurt in conjunctivitis cases over the last one week

Bengaluru sees spurt in conjunctivitis cases; 30 cases/day seen in some hospitals. Symptoms incl. redness, watering, mild discharge, swelling, pain & discomfort. State-run Minto Ophthalmic Hospital sees 2/10 OPD patients with conjunctivitis. Sankara Eye Hospital sees 60% rise in patients in 4 days. Narayana Nethralaya sees 25 cases/day, many with…

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Mum thought son, 3, had conjunctivitis but key symptom led to devastating diagnosis

Jade Williams says her world came crashing down when doctors told her little Rhys had a rare type of eye cancer known as Retinoblastoma

Daily Record

Mum who thought son had conjunctivitis receives heartbreaking cancer diagnosis

Jade Williams said little Rhys had very few symptoms when doctors discovered he was suffering from the devastating disease.

Wales Online

'I thought son had conjunctivitis - but he's got cancer'

Jade Williams said little Rhys had hardly any symptoms but now doctors have diagnosed a rare tumour

Daily Mirror

'I thought my boy, 3, had conjunctivitis but key symptom led to devastating diagnosis'

Jade Williams says her world came crashing down when doctors told her little Rhys had a rare type of eye cancer known as Retinoblastoma on Friday, April 14

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Covid officials say new ‘Arcturus’ variant could be linked to conjunctivitis

California report says variant XBB.1.16 is contagious but should not prompt concerns about a return to early pandemic stages

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Can Covid-19 Actually Cause Pink Eye? Here's What An Ophthalmologist Says To Watch For

The new Covid subvariant, Arcturus, is associated with rising rates of viral pink eye in children and adults, which usually subsides after about two weeks.

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Arcturus new Covid variant symptoms amid advice to wear face masks on public transport

The XBB.1.16 variant, which has been dubbed Arcturus, can cause conjunctivitis and a general feeling of unhappiness

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