Posted on July 25, 2008 in Common Ailments
Conjunctivitis is considered to be one of the most common eye infections. There are various types of conjunctivitis but the common is the bacterial and viral conjunctivitis. According to various research studies the frequency of occurrence of bacterial and viral conjunctivitis varies. Bacterial conjunctivitis is prominent during spring and winter season where as viral conjunctivitis is prominent during summer season.
Commonly conjunctivitis is also called as pink eyes, madras eyes or bloodshot eyes. Commonly observed symptoms of conjunctivitis are listed below:
- Red and itchy eyes
- Inflammation in eyelids
- Watery secretion
- Burning sensation
- Pus formation but in rare cases
Home Remedies for Conjunctivitis:
Conjunctivitis can be easily cured with some effective home remedies. Listed below are few most effective and trusted home remedies for conjunctivitis:
- Mix 2tsp of honey to a cup of Indian gooseberry juice. Drink this mixture twice a day till the condition is treated.
- Raw vegetable juices are also effective in curing conjunctivitis. Most effective vegetable juice is carrot and spinach juices. To enjoy the benefits mix 200ml of spinach juice to 300ml of carrot juice. This is considered to be deadliest combination for treating conjunctivitis.
- Prepare a decoction of handful of dried coriander in 60ml of water. Use this coriander decoction as eyewash. This is highly effective in reducing burning sensation, swelling and pain associated to conjunctivitis.
- Prepare a solution by mixing water in aloe vera juice. Soak a fresh cloth in this solution and apply it on affected eyes. This home remedy is effective in relieving from pain and itchiness of sore eyes.
- Wash your infected eyes with diluted rose water couple of times in a day. This is effective natural remedy for soothing infected eyes.
- One of the easiest home remedy is to apply cold and hot compresses on eyes. Most effective way to use hot and cold compresses is to alternate them. Hot compress will sooth infected eyes and decreases the secretion of sticky discharge. Whereas the cold compress reduces the itchiness and shrinks the swelling.
- Even dietary changes can cure conjunctivitis quickly and effectively. Include fresh, juicy and seasonal fruits in your diet. It is advisable to avoid bananas till the conjunctivitis is cured. Avoid sugary, starchy foods, strong coffee, tea and refined cereals.
- To 2 cups of boiling water add 2tsp of chamomile flowers, 1tsp of Oregon grape root and allow it to stand for 20 minutes. Allow it to cool then strain it and use it as eyewash. It is an effective herbal remedy for conjunctivitis.
- In case of swollen eyes it is advisable to put thin slices of peeled potato on them. This is highly beneficial in reducing the inflammation associated to conjunctivitis.
- In homemade eye drops add Eyebright herb. This herb is considered to be highly beneficial for conjunctivitis. It is safe to use it internally with eye drops.
Prevention is the best way to cure and control conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis is a communicable eye infection hence it is important for you to maintain proper hygiene. Avoid using common handkerchiefs, towels, soaps, etc. Make sure that you wash you hands, raw fruits and vegetables before eating. Avoid rubbing your infected eyes as it might worsen your condition. In case the condition becomes worse it is advisable to consult your ophthalmologist immediately.
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