When People with Pink Eye Need to See a Doctor

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(Source:CDC) There are times when it is important to see a healthcare provider for specific treatment and/or follow-up. You should see a healthcare provider

If you have pink eye along with any of the following:
-Moderate to severe pain in your eye(s)
-Sensitivity to light or blurred vision
-Intense redness in the eye(s)
-A weakened immune system, for example from HIV or cancer treatment
-Symptoms that get worse or dont improve, including bacterial pink eye that does not improve after 24 hours of antibiotic use
-Pre-existing eye conditions that may put you at risk for complications or severe infection
-An infant or newborn with symptoms of pink eye should see a healthcare provider immediately

Pink eye in newborns
Pink eye in newborns can be caused by an infection, irritation, or a blocked tear duct. A newborn baby who has symptoms of pink eye in the first two weeks after birth should see a healthcare provider.

Newborn pink eye caused by sexually transmitted infections, like gonorrhea or chlamydia, can be very serious. Visit your healthcare provider for testing and treatment if you are pregnant and think you may have a sexually transmitted infection. If you don't know whether you have a sexually transmitted infection but have recently given birth and your newborn shows signs of pink eye, visit your child's healthcare provider right away.

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