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Some viruses that cause bodywide symptoms also cause red, irritated eyes. Such viral infections include measles , mumps , rubella , chickenpox , Zika , and some of the viruses that cause cold- and flu-like symptoms. SARS-CoV2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) can cause conjunctivitis.

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When infected by any microorganism, the conjunctiva becomes pink because of dilated blood vessels, and a discharge appears in the eye. Often the discharge causes the person's eyes to stick shut, particularly overnight. This discharge may also cause the vision to blur. Vision improves when the discharge is blinked away. If the cornea is infected, vision also blurs but does not improve with blinking. Sometimes the eye feels irritated, and bright light may cause discomfort. Very rarely, severe infections that have scarred the conjunctiva lead to abnormalities in the tear film, long-term vision difficulties, or both.

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A doctor's evaluation of the symptoms and appearance of the eye

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For the discharge of bacterial conjunctivitis, warm, wet compresses

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For the discharge of bacterial conjunctivitis, warm, wet compresses

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For the discharge of bacterial conjunctivitis, warm, wet compresses

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Most people with infectious conjunctivitis eventually get better without treatment. However, some infections, particularly those caused by some bacteria, may last a long time if not treated.

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