How long until pink eye is no longer contagious?
Oct 20, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Shuai
Introduction
Conjunctivitis remains contagious until fully recovered, and it generally takes 7 to 14 days before the person is no longer infectious. Conjunctivitis is usually caused by bacterial or viral infections and commonly spreads through hands, toys, towels, and other items. The disease is contagious until completely cured, and recovery typically takes 10 to 14 days. Therefore, it usually takes 7 to 14 days before the infection is no longer transmissible.
Conjunctivitis remains contagious until fully recovered, and it generally takes 7–14 days before the infection is no longer transmissible.
Conjunctivitis is usually caused by bacterial or viral infections and commonly spreads through hands, toys, towels, and other personal items. Patients typically experience prominent symptoms such as eye redness, swelling, pus-like discharge, a sensation of foreign body in the eye, and burning or stinging pain. The disease remains contagious until complete recovery, which usually takes 10–14 days. Therefore, it generally requires 7–14 days before the condition is no longer infectious.
Individuals with stronger constitutions and faster recovery may heal within 7–10 days, while those with weaker health and slower recovery might require 10–14 days for full recovery. Patients should follow medical advice and use medications such as ofloxacin eye drops, tobramycin eye drops, or ganciclovir eye drops. During treatment, it's important to maintain a balanced diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods such as hot pot and chili peppers, which could interfere with medication effectiveness.
In daily life, it is essential to develop good living habits, ensure adequate sleep, avoid staying up late, and maintain a positive mood, avoiding negative emotions such as anxiety and irritability, all of which contribute to better overall health.
