Jul 26, 2023, 03:08 PM IST

Eye infection: How to cure conjunctivitis naturally?

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Conjunctivitis or pink eye is an irritation or inflammation on the eye’s conjunctiva. It can be caused by viruses or bacteria. Conjunctivitis can be extremely contagious and can spread by contact with eye secretions from someone already infected.

Some symptoms of conjunctivitis include redness, itching and tearing of the eyes. So in order to get rid of these symptoms, these are the natural ways to cure conjunctivitis from your eyes.

In order to relieve the symptoms, apply cold or warm compress over the eye which is affected.

Make sure that you get enough sleep to recover from conjunctivitis faster.

Eat foods that are rich in vitamins A, K, C and B as they are effective in fighting infection and also promote eye health.

Drinking lots of water can also be a great cure for conjunctivitis.

Eyes are sensitive to dirt, so make sure that you keep your surroundings clean like changing pillow covers often and wash your hands properly.

Apart from these ways, it is also advised to use eye lubricants as it will add moisture to the eyes and help protect them from any infection.