Patient's question:
My child is now three years old. Recently, I noticed some eye discharge in the corners of his eyes. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
Conjunctivitis is caused by bacteria or viruses and comes in two forms: acute and chronic. Acute conjunctivitis is commonly known as "red eye" and "pink eye," and is referred to as "heavenly red eye" in traditional Chinese medicine. It is caused by wind-heat pathogen toxicity. It is more severe in summer and autumn and is contagious. Its symptoms include redness and swelling of the eyes, bloodshot eyes, excessive purulent or sticky discharge, a foreign body sensation, severe itching or a burning sensation, and in severe cases, it can affect vision. Chronic conjunctivitis is often a result of incomplete treatment of acute conjunctivitis, or it can be caused by wind-dust irritation and dacryocystitis.