Conjunctivitis can last between 5 to 15 days and, during that time, it is an easily transmitted infection, especially while the symptoms last.
Thus, it is recommended that while having conjunctivitis, avoid going to work or school. So it is a good idea to ask for a medical certificate when you go to the appointment, as it is very important to stay away from work to avoid passing on conjunctivitis to other people.
See how conjunctivitis is treated and what home remedies can be used.
The duration of symptoms depends on the type of conjunctivitis:
1. Viral conjunctivitis
Viral conjunctivitis lasts an average of 7 days, which is the time it takes the body to fight the virus. Thus, people with a stronger immune system can be cured in just 5 days, while those with a weakened immune system, such as the elderly or children, can take up to 12 days to be cured.
To speed up the healing process, in addition to following the doctor's guidance, it is advisable to take 2 glasses of freshly squeezed orange juice with acerola per day, as the vitamin C present in these fruits is great for helping the body's defenses.
2. Bacterial conjunctivitis
Bacterial conjunctivitis lasts an average of 8 days, but symptoms may begin to subside shortly after the second day of antibiotic use.
However, to ensure the cure of the disease, the antibiotic must be used for the time determined by the doctor even if there are no more symptoms before that date. This care is important to ensure that the bacteria causing conjunctivitis has actually been eliminated and not just weakened. See what can cause the incorrect use of antibiotics.
3. Allergic conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis has a very variable duration, as the symptoms of the disease tend to decrease after the 2nd day of the beginning of the use of an antihistamine. However, if the person does not take this medication and remains exposed to what is causing the allergy, it is likely that the symptoms will continue for a longer time, reaching up to 15 days, for example.
Unlike other types, allergic conjunctivitis is not contagious, so there is no need to stay away from school or work.
Watch the following video and understand how the various types of conjunctivitis arise and what is the recommended treatment:
