When can my child go back to school?

Policies vary; many schools allow return once antibiotic drops have been used for 24 hours or symptoms improve—check with your pediatrician.

No—switch to glasses until your eyes are fully healed and replace your lens case.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

🩺 Nursing & Health By CampusDown Wiki Editorial Team Last updated October 26, 2026

Conjunctivitis, or pink eye, is inflammation of the clear membrane covering the white of the eye and inner eyelids. It's usually caused by a virus, bacteria or allergies.

Contents

1. How do the types of pink eye differ?
2. How is it treated and prevented?
3. FAQ
4. References

How do the types of pink eye differ?

Type	Clues	Contagious?
Viral	Watery discharge, gritty feeling, often follows a cold	Very (up to ~2 weeks)
Bacterial	Thick yellow-green discharge, lids stuck shut in the morning	Yes
Allergic	Intense itching, both eyes, seasonal	No

Viral conjunctivitis is the most common form in adults (Azari & Barney, 2013).

How is it treated and prevented?

Viral pink eye has no cure and clears in 1–3 weeks; cool compresses and artificial tears help. Bacterial cases may get antibiotic drops, and allergic ones respond to antihistamine drops. Wash hands often, don't share towels or pillowcases, and avoid rubbing your eyes. Eye pain, blurred vision or light sensitivity could signal something more serious—see a doctor promptly.

This article is general health information and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms persist, see a doctor.

FAQ

When can my child go back to school?: Policies vary; many schools allow return once antibiotic drops have been used for 24 hours or symptoms improve—check with your pediatrician.
Can I wear contacts?: No—switch to glasses until your eyes are fully healed and replace your lens case.

Sources reviewed: 2026-10-25

References

Azari, A. A., & Barney, N. P. (2013). Conjunctivitis: A systematic review of diagnosis and treatment. JAMA, 310(16), 1721–1729.

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