It s caused by allergies or a viral or bacterial infection.
Matted eyes adults allergies.
Eye discharge is a common symptom.
Eye discharge is a common symptom.
Eye discharge symptoms to be aware of.
If you have allergies or a cold you may have woken up with wet or crusted discharge in your eyes.
Pink eye conjunctivitis pinkeye is redness and swelling of the membrane that lines the eyelid called the conjunctiva.
Eye discharge can be present in both children and adults and it affects males and females equally.
As you go to wipe it away a long string extends off your finger.
Causes of eye discharge.
In some instances you ll want to see your doctor.
Babies can get it if a tear duct hasn t opened all the way.
We explain causes in adults and children prevention and more.
Depending on what is causing the eye discharge additional symptoms may include.
Conjunctivitis also comes in bacterial and allergic varieties the latter of which leads to red itchy eyes and stringy discharge.
Don t overlook itchy red and swollen eyes they may be symptoms of an eye allergy which can occur by itself or with a nasal allergy.
It primarily consists of thin watery mucus produced by the conjunctiva called mucin and meibum an oily substance secreted by the meibomian glands which helps keep your eyes lubricated between blinks.
This guide covers the causes symptoms and treatment.
Eye discharge can often be a byproduct of allergies or blocked tear ducts.
Hay fever an allergic reaction to outdoor pollens and molds causes nasal congestion itchy eyes and more.