Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) : Causes

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Causes could include:
The conjunctiva is exposed to bacteria and other irritants. Tears help protect the conjunctiva by washing away bacteria. Tears also contain enzymes and antibodies that kill bacteria. There are many causes of conjunctivitis. Viruses are the most co...
Source:ADAM
Date:November 13, 2007
An accurate diagnosis of conjunctivitis centers on taking a patient's history to learn what symptoms are being experienced, when symptoms began, and other predisposing factors, such as upper respiratory complaints, allergies, sexually transmitted ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Fungi are types of parasitic plants that include molds, mildew, and yeast. A fungal infection is an inflammatory condition in which fungi multiply and invade the skin, the digestive tract, the genitals, and other body tissues, particularly, the lungs and liver.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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