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My father 62 years old suffering from conjunctivitis..hot or cold compress which one is useful?? Can we added salt to it??
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Better to avoid both.
Please consult online for proper diagnosis and treatment
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If it's bacterial conjunctivitis, infection might increase due to application of same cloth again and again.kindly consult an ophthalmologist for correct treatment
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Dr. Saurabh Bothra
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Jaipur
Start medicine drops
In infection compress will spread the infection
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Drops are necessary and put dark glasses
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Dr. Rutvi Parikh
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11 yrs exp
Vadodara
maintain strict hygiene practices. Thoroughly washing hands,
avoiding touching the eyes
refraining from sharing personal items like towels or eye makeup
Cold compression ice pack massage 5 times in a day
Avoid use over the counter drops from medical store
Use sanitizer for hand sanitisation
Complete the course of medicine as advised by your eye doctor.
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Dr. Awanjala Varshney
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23 yrs exp
Aligarh
Cold fomentation will be better. No salt to be added please. Proper drops and instructions by Dr should be followed.
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Dr. Ravi Chandna
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9 yrs exp
Bhopal
Sounds like viral conjunctivitis
He needs proper treatment
Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns
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