Why is my conjunctivitis not going away?

Conjunctivitis that persists for four or more weeks is considered chronic. Chronic bacterial conjunctivitis is most commonly caused by Staphylococcus species (a distinct type of bacteria), but other bacteria can also be involved. This type of conjunctivitis is often associated with blepharitis.

How long does it take conjunctivitis to go away with antibiotics?

Generally this might be as soon as 24 hours after antibiotic treatment of bacterial infection and between two days and seven days after viral infection. You or your child’s eye should be clear of yellowish discharge or any crusting on eyelashes or in the corners of the eyes.

What is the fastest way to cure conjunctivitis?

If you’re having bacterial pink eye symptoms, the fastest way to treat them is to see your doctor. Your doctor can prescribe antibiotic eye drops. According to a review from the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, using antibiotic eyedrops can shorten the duration of pink eye.

Does conjunctivitis get worse before it gets better?

Does pink eye get worse before it gets better? Viral conjunctivitis (pink eye) symptoms often get worse on the second or third day before they start to get better. Viral conjunctivitis is also more likely to spread to both eyes than bacterial conjunctivitis, though the bacterial form can also sometimes spread.

Can pink eye last for months?

Bacterial pink eye can last a month or longer, even with antibiotic eye drops. Allergic pink eye is likely to remain a problem as long as you’re in contact with whatever it is that you’re allergic to.

Why is conjunctivitis worse at night?

Because the eyes have been closed all night, the discharge builds up during sleep, and can even crust the eye shut. The discharge can be removed by gently dabbing the area with a damp washcloth. Eyelid swelling may also be more prominent in the morning, and should improve throughout the day.