How long does it take to recover from conjunctivitis

The recovery time for conjunctivitis depends largely on its type and treatment. There is no definite time frame. Conjunctivitis can be categorized into acute conjunctivitis, chronic conjunctivitis, etc. Acute conjunctivitis can usually be recovered in a few days after treatment, while chronic conjunctivitis may take a few months after treatment, and untreated conjunctivitis can lead to prolonged recovery. 1. Acute Conjunctivitis: Acute Conjunctivitis is an acute infectious ophthalmia, the main symptoms are redness of the white of the eye, increased secretion, feeling of foreign bodies in the eyes. If viral infections need ganciclovir eye drops for treatment, bacterial infections need levofloxacin eye drops for treatment, the recovery time is generally faster. Drugs need to be used under the guidance of a physician. 2. Chronic conjunctivitis: chronic conjunctivitis is caused by bacterial infection, bad habits and other factors caused by chronic conjunctival inflammation, the main symptom is the white of the eye red, increased secretion, etc., the cause of the more complex, the treatment is difficult, usually take a long time, it is recommended to seek medical attention in a timely manner to avoid delays in the condition. Pay attention to eye hygiene, wash your hands more often. Avoid rubbing the eyes, avoid excessive use of the eyes, and sterilize used objects. Isolation during treatment to avoid contagion, pay attention to the protection of the eyes, eat more food rich in vitamin C, strengthen personal hygiene management.