{"id":243686,"date":"2025-06-04T11:48:12","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T09:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miranza.es\/uncategorized\/la-conjuntivitis-en-ninos\/"},"modified":"2025-06-11T17:12:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T15:12:11","slug":"conjunctivitis-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miranza.es\/en\/eye-wellness-blog\/conjunctivitis-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Children&#8217;s\u00a0Conjunctivitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/miranza.es\/en\/pathologies\/conjunctivitis\/\"><u>Conjunctivitis<\/u><\/a> in children&nbsp;is&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;common&nbsp;eye&nbsp;conditions&nbsp;during&nbsp;childhood. It&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;conjunctiva, the&nbsp;transparent&nbsp;membrane&nbsp;that&nbsp;covers&nbsp;the&nbsp;white&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;eye and the&nbsp;inside&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;eyelids. Although&nbsp;it&nbsp;is&nbsp;usually a mild&nbsp;problem, it&nbsp;is&nbsp;important&nbsp;to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;its&nbsp;symptoms, understand&nbsp;its causes, and know&nbsp;when&nbsp;to&nbsp;see&nbsp;an&nbsp;ophthalmologist&nbsp;to&nbsp;avoid&nbsp;complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;pediatric&nbsp;ophthalmology&nbsp;specialists at Miranza&nbsp;explain&nbsp;everything&nbsp;you&nbsp;need&nbsp;to&nbsp;know&nbsp;about&nbsp;conjunctivitis in children, its&nbsp;different&nbsp;types, how&nbsp;to&nbsp;prevent&nbsp;it, and the&nbsp;most&nbsp;appropriate&nbsp;treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-10db1b04853ce6398761bc222939ec94\" style=\"color:#71cc98\"><strong>Types\u00a0of\u00a0conjunctivitis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are different\u00a0types\u00a0of\u00a0conjunctivitis in children, depending\u00a0on\u00a0the cause:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bacterial\u00a0conjunctivitis: This\u00a0type\u00a0of\u00a0infection, very\u00a0common in school\u00a0environments, is\u00a0especially\u00a0characterized\u00a0by\u00a0the\u00a0presence\u00a0of\u00a0thick, yellowish\u00a0or\u00a0greenish\u00a0discharge. This\u00a0crust can cause the\u00a0eyelids\u00a0to\u00a0stick\u00a0together at night\u00a0due\u00a0to\u00a0the\u00a0accumulation\u00a0of\u00a0secretions. With\u00a0proper\u00a0treatment, it\u00a0usually\u00a0resolves\u00a0within a week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viral conjunctivitis: The\u00a0discharge\u00a0it produces is more watery and clear. It\u00a0generally\u00a0lasts\u00a0between 7 and 10 days, although\u00a0it can extend, and it\u00a0is a highly\u00a0contagious\u00a0infection\u00a0that\u00a0easily spreads from\u00a0one\u00a0eye\u00a0to\u00a0the\u00a0other and from\u00a0one\u00a0child\u00a0to\u00a0another. It\u00a0is\u00a0often\u00a0associated\u00a0with\u00a0colds\u00a0or\u00a0respiratory\u00a0infections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allergic\u00a0conjunctivitis: Related\u00a0to\u00a0seasonal\u00a0allergies (plant\u00a0pollen) or\u00a0year-round allergens (dust, mites, pet\u00a0dander, etc.). Its\u00a0most\u00a0characteristic\u00a0discomfort\u00a0is\u00a0itching and it\u00a0is\u00a0usually\u00a0accompanied\u00a0by\u00a0other\u00a0allergy\u00a0symptoms\u00a0such as sneezing\u00a0or nasal congestion. Avoiding\u00a0exposure\u00a0to\u00a0the\u00a0allergen\u00a0is\u00a0essential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irritative conjunctivitis: Caused\u00a0by\u00a0exposure\u00a0to\u00a0irritants\u00a0or\u00a0chemicals\u00a0such as pool chlorine, cleaning\u00a0products, costume\u00a0makeup, smoke, or\u00a0environmental\u00a0pollutants. Improvement\u00a0is\u00a0usually\u00a0rapid once the\u00a0triggering\u00a0agent\u00a0is removed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-f3a60c30b7bbf1ff6ae0e40ef0f1ad60\" style=\"color:#71cc98\"><strong><strong>Symptoms of conjunctivitis in children<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We&nbsp;must&nbsp;emphasize&nbsp;avoiding&nbsp;self-medication, as this can cause some cases to come to&nbsp;the&nbsp;consultation late or&nbsp;not&nbsp;receive&nbsp;the&nbsp;appropriate&nbsp;treatment&nbsp;according&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;type and severity&nbsp;of&nbsp;conjunctivitis, which&nbsp;may&nbsp;prolong&nbsp;or&nbsp;worsen&nbsp;the&nbsp;problem,&#8221; warn&nbsp;the&nbsp;pediatric&nbsp;ophthalmologists at Miranza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bacterial\u00a0conjunctivitis\u00a0usually\u00a0requires\u00a0antibiotic\u00a0eye\u00a0drops\u00a0or\u00a0ointments, always\u00a0prescribed\u00a0by\u00a0an\u00a0ophthalmologist. It\u00a0is\u00a0important\u00a0to complete the\u00a0treatment, even\u00a0if\u00a0symptoms\u00a0improve\u00a0early, to\u00a0avoid relapses or\u00a0complications. Good eye\u00a0hygiene\u00a0also\u00a0helps reduce discomfort and prevent\u00a0the\u00a0infection\u00a0from\u00a0spreading.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For viral forms, there are no specific\u00a0antivirals, and treatment\u00a0focuses\u00a0on\u00a0relieving\u00a0symptoms\u00a0through artificial tears, frequent\u00a0washing\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0eyes\u00a0with\u00a0sterile\u00a0gauze and warm\u00a0water, or\u00a0applying\u00a0cold\u00a0compresses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the case of\u00a0allergic\u00a0conjunctivitis, the use of\u00a0topical\u00a0antihistamines (eye\u00a0drops) or\u00a0sometimes oral antihistamines\u00a0is\u00a0recommended. In severe cases, corticosteroids\u00a0or\u00a0stronger\u00a0medications\u00a0may be prescribed\u00a0under\u00a0the\u00a0indication and supervision\u00a0of a specialist. Relief\u00a0measures are also\u00a0helpful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For irritative conjunctivitis, the\u00a0main\u00a0approach\u00a0is\u00a0to\u00a0eliminate\u00a0the\u00a0source\u00a0of\u00a0irritation and reduce discomfort. It\u00a0usually\u00a0resolves\u00a0on\u00a0its\u00a0own, although\u00a0anti-inflammatory\u00a0medication\u00a0may be needed\u00a0if\u00a0the\u00a0inflammation\u00a0is severe or\u00a0persistent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/miranza.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1-f8a6abf0.png\" alt=\"conjuntivitis ni\u00f1os\" class=\"wp-image-242969\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miranza.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1-f8a6abf0.png 740w, https:\/\/miranza.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1-f8a6abf0-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-5993e75d97e430363acb4e653d01cdf3\" style=\"color:#71cc98\"><strong><strong><strong>Can conjunctivitis in children be prevented?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although&nbsp;it&nbsp;cannot&nbsp;always be avoided, prevention can play a very&nbsp;important role. In its&nbsp;infectious&nbsp;forms (bacterial and viral conjunctivitis), it&nbsp;is&nbsp;essential&nbsp;to&nbsp;adopt&nbsp;basic&nbsp;hygiene&nbsp;measures, such as frequent&nbsp;handwashing, avoiding&nbsp;the&nbsp;sharing&nbsp;of&nbsp;towels and personal items, not&nbsp;rubbing&nbsp;the&nbsp;eyes, and regularly&nbsp;cleaning&nbsp;toys and everyday&nbsp;objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of&nbsp;allergic&nbsp;conjunctivitis, preventive measures&nbsp;will&nbsp;depend&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;type&nbsp;of&nbsp;allergen: from&nbsp;keeping&nbsp;windows&nbsp;closed&nbsp;to&nbsp;prevent&nbsp;pollen&nbsp;from&nbsp;entering, to&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;strict&nbsp;cleanliness at home and frequently&nbsp;changing&nbsp;bed&nbsp;linens&nbsp;to reduce exposure&nbsp;to&nbsp;dust mites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for irritative conjunctivitis, it&nbsp;is&nbsp;advisable&nbsp;to use protective&nbsp;goggles in swimming pools, which are one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;common&nbsp;environments&nbsp;for&nbsp;this&nbsp;type&nbsp;of&nbsp;conjunctivitis in children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4b7e0677e08e6db7196e1126e951198a\" style=\"color:#71cc98\"><strong><strong><strong>When\u00a0should\u00a0we\u00a0consult\u00a0an\u00a0ophthalmologist?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An&nbsp;eye&nbsp;exam&nbsp;is&nbsp;always&nbsp;advisable&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure a reliable diagnosis and an&nbsp;effective&nbsp;treatment plan. However, especially&nbsp;when&nbsp;symptoms&nbsp;persist&nbsp;or&nbsp;worsen, visiting a specialist&nbsp;should&nbsp;not be delayed.In the case of&nbsp;newborns, who&nbsp;also&nbsp;commonly&nbsp;experience&nbsp;conjunctivitis, it&nbsp;is&nbsp;important&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;visit&nbsp;to&nbsp;happen as soon as possible, since&nbsp;their&nbsp;eyes and immune&nbsp;systems are still&nbsp;developing and may be more vulnerable, requiring&nbsp;specialized care<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-1fa27028723848126108c3217d3ff2d8\" style=\"color:#71cc98\"><strong><strong><strong>Frequently asked questions about conjunctivitis in children<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>When\u00a0is\u00a0conjunctivitis no longer\u00a0contagious in children?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, bacterial\u00a0conjunctivitis\u00a0is\u00a0contagious\u00a0until 24\u201348 hours after starting\u00a0antibiotic\u00a0treatment. In the case of viral conjunctivitis, the\u00a0risk\u00a0of\u00a0contagion\u00a0is\u00a0highest\u00a0during\u00a0the\u00a0first 3\u20135 days and can persist as long as the\u00a0child has active symptoms (usually 7 to 10 days). Still, following\u00a0the\u00a0ophthalmologist\u2019s\u00a0instructions\u00a0is\u00a0essential\u00a0to\u00a0avoid relapses or\u00a0spreading\u00a0the\u00a0infection\u00a0to\u00a0other\u00a0children\u00a0or\u00a0family\u00a0members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>How\u00a0should a child\u2019s\u00a0eyes be cleaned\u00a0when\u00a0they\u00a0have\u00a0conjunctivitis?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleaning\u00a0should be done gently\u00a0using\u00a0sterile\u00a0gauze and saline solution, wiping\u00a0from\u00a0the\u00a0inner\u00a0corner\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0eye (tear\u00a0duct) outward, and using a separate\u00a0gauze\u00a0for\u00a0each\u00a0eye. This\u00a0process can be repeated\u00a0several times a day\u00a0to relieve discomfort and prevent\u00a0the\u00a0buildup\u00a0of\u00a0secretions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>Can my\u00a0child\u00a0go\u00a0to\u00a0daycare\u00a0or\u00a0school\u00a0with\u00a0conjunctivitis?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergic and irritative conjunctivitis do not\u00a0prevent\u00a0interaction\u00a0with\u00a0other\u00a0children, as they are not\u00a0contagious. However, in bacterial and viral forms, it\u00a0is\u00a0not\u00a0advisable\u00a0to\u00a0take\u00a0the\u00a0child\u00a0to\u00a0daycare\u00a0or\u00a0school, as the\u00a0infection can spread very\u00a0easily in a classroom. Ideally, the\u00a0child\u00a0should\u00a0stay home until\u00a0the\u00a0ophthalmologist\u00a0recommends\u00a0returning and the\u00a0symptoms\u00a0have\u00a0disappeared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>\u00a0What\u00a0eye\u00a0drops are suitable\u00a0for\u00a0conjunctivitis in children?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only\u00a0an\u00a0ophthalmologist can prescribe the\u00a0appropriate\u00a0drops. Depending\u00a0on\u00a0the cause of\u00a0the\u00a0conjunctivitis, the\u00a0drops\u00a0may be antibiotic, antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, or\u00a0simply\u00a0lubricating (artificial tears). It\u00a0is\u00a0important\u00a0not\u00a0to use leftover\u00a0medications\u00a0from\u00a0previous\u00a0treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>Does\u00a0childhood\u00a0conjunctivitis\u00a0leave\u00a0any\u00a0lasting\u00a0effects?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, there are no lasting\u00a0effects\u00a0if\u00a0it\u00a0is\u00a0treated\u00a0properly. However, poor\u00a0management can lead to more serious\u00a0complications\u00a0that\u00a0may\u00a0affect\u00a0the cornea and, therefore, vision. That\u2019s\u00a0why\u00a0it\u2019s crucial not\u00a0to\u00a0underestimate\u00a0the\u00a0symptoms and always\u00a0follow\u00a0the\u00a0recommendations\u00a0of a qualified\u00a0professional.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Conjunctivitis in children&nbsp;is&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;common&nbsp;eye&nbsp;conditions&nbsp;during&nbsp;childhood. It&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;conjunctiva, the&nbsp;transparent&nbsp;membrane&nbsp;that&nbsp;covers&nbsp;the&nbsp;white&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;eye and the&nbsp;inside&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;eyelids. Although&nbsp;it&nbsp;is&nbsp;usually a mild&nbsp;problem, it&nbsp;is&nbsp;important&nbsp;to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;its&nbsp;symptoms, understand&nbsp;its causes, and know&nbsp;when&nbsp;to&nbsp;see&nbsp;an&nbsp;ophthalmologist&nbsp;to&nbsp;avoid&nbsp;complications. The&nbsp;pediatric&nbsp;ophthalmology&nbsp;specialists at Miranza&nbsp;explain&nbsp;everything&nbsp;you&nbsp;need&nbsp;to&nbsp;know&nbsp;about&nbsp;conjunctivitis in children, its&nbsp;different&nbsp;types, how&nbsp;to&nbsp;prevent&nbsp;it, and the&nbsp;most&nbsp;appropriate&nbsp;treatments. Types\u00a0of\u00a0conjunctivitis Symptoms of conjunctivitis in children &#8220;We&nbsp;must&nbsp;emphasize&nbsp;avoiding&nbsp;self-medication, as this can cause some cases to come to&nbsp;the&nbsp;consultation late or&nbsp;not&nbsp;receive&nbsp;the&nbsp;appropriate&nbsp;treatment&nbsp;according&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;type and severity&nbsp;of&nbsp;conjunctivitis, which&nbsp;may&nbsp;prolong&nbsp;or&nbsp;worsen&nbsp;the&nbsp;problem,&#8221; warn&nbsp;the&nbsp;pediatric&nbsp;ophthalmologists at Miranza. Can conjunctivitis in children be prevented? 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