Pinkeye

• Pinkeye Overview
• Pinkeye Causes
• Pinkeye Symptoms
• When to Seek Medical Care
• Questions to Ask the Doctor
• Exams and Tests
• Pinkeye Treatment
• Self-Care at Home
• Medical Treatment
• Next Steps
• Follow-up
• Prevention
• Outlook
• For More Information
• Web Links
• Synonyms and Keywords
• Authors and Editors
• Related pinkeye articles:
  Pinkeye - on WebMD
  Pinkeye - on MedicineNet

Pinkeye Overview

Pinkeye is an inflammation of the conjunctiva (the covering of the eyeball and inside of the eyelid) in the eye. This inflammation may lead to redness, tearing, discharge, itching, and pain. Pinkeye is also called conjunctivitis.