How to treat red eye in an 8-year-old child
Disease description:
My child is 8 years old and has developed red eye disease. How should red eye disease in an 8-year-old be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen You
For bacterial conjunctivitis, antibiotic eye drops are recommended, such as ofloxacin eye drops, lomefloxacin eye drops, chloramphenicol eye drops, tobramycin eye drops, etc. For viral conjunctivitis, antiviral eye drops are recommended, such as ganciclovir eye drops, acyclovir eye drops, interferon eye drops, etc. When there is excessive eye discharge, the eyes can be rinsed with normal saline and gently wiped with sterile cotton swabs—avoid using hands. Maintain good eye hygiene and avoid rubbing the eyes with hands. Do not share personal hygiene items such as towels or basins with others to prevent cross-infection.
