It's helpful to know that only infectious conjunctivitis (meaning pink eye caused by viruses or bacteria) is contagious.

A surge in the cases of conjunctivitis commonly known as ‘red eye’ across Kilifi and Mombasa counties has prompted health officials to issue a cautionary alert to residents of the Coastal regions.

“My eyes are red” is a common complaint that brings patients to an ophthalmologist’s office. There are many causes for red or ...

which then causes the white part of the eyes to appear reddish. Causes of Red Eye The condition is caused by viral or bacterial infection, or an allergic reaction. Viral conjunctivitis starts with ...