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Viral Conjunctivitis
This is the most common form of conjunctivitis. It is also very contagious. In viral conjunctivitis, there is watery discharge from the eyes.
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Bacterial Conjunctivitis
Caused by bacterial infections, it is also very contagious. Bacterial conjunctivitis may be characterized by a thick discharge from the eyes and crusting on the eyelids, especially in the morning.
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Allergic Conjuctivitis
This type of conjunctivitis will cause eyes to be itchy, red and tearing. It is not contagious.
All three types may be characterized by similar symptoms:
- Redness of the conjunctive (white part of the eye
- Itchiness
- Tearing
- Foreign body sensation or feeling as though something is in your eye
- Swelling
- Crusted eyelashes, especially in the morning