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New research that sheds light on how the immune system responds to serious eye infections is underway at Wayne State ...

If you or your child has pink eye, you may be tempted to rush to the doctor right away. But you might not have to. Allergies, viruses, and bacteria can cause pink eye, also called conjunctivitis. It ...

Eye pain can be caused by a wide range of things, most of which are totally treatable. Here's what to know and when to see a doctor. Luke Daugherty is a freelance writer, editor and former operations ...

Trachoma is a stark reminder that even a “simple” bacterial infection can have life-altering consequences if left unchecked.

Did you know that the flu, and even COVID, can cause pink eye? Here's how to treat it (and avoid spreading it to others). Jessica Rendall Former Wellness Reporter Jessica was a writer on the Wellness ...

Ocular tuberculosis is a rare eye infection due to the same bacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB) in your lungs. Symptoms are similar to other eye infections. It’s curable, and getting treatment can ...

Most cases of pink eye are bilateral, meaning they occur in both eyes. If the cause is an infection, symptoms may begin in one eye and spread to the other. If the cause is an allergy or irritant, ...