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Can I Treat Pink Eye At Home?

Erica Kahn
Erica Kahn23 Aug 2022
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If you have symptoms of pink eye, or conjunctivitis, you may want to seek medical care, although it is not always necessary. Pink eye can be treated with over-the-counter medications or prescription medication from a doctor. There are three types of conjunctivitis (viral, bacterial, and allergic) that affect what kind of care you may need.   

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Erica Kahn

Erica graduated from Emory University in Atlanta with a BS in environmental science and a minor in English and is on track to graduate with her Master's in Public Health. She is passionate about health equity, women's health, and how the environment impacts public health.

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