What is
Pink Eye
Pink eye is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva — the clear tissue covering the white of the eye
and inner eyelids — caused by a virus, bacteria, or allergens. Symptoms include redness, watering, itching
or burning, and discharge that may crust the eyelids shut, especially in the morning. Viral pink eye resolves
on its own; bacterial pink eye requires antibiotic eye drops or ointment. Without treatment of bacterial pink
eye, the infection can worsen, persist, and spread to others, as it is highly contagious. Red flags requiring
immediate ER care include severe eye pain, sudden vision changes or loss, significant light sensitivity, eye
injury or chemical exposure,.
Common symptoms
Redness, itching, or burning
Excessive tearing
Discharge that crusts, may seal eye shut
Gritty or foreign-body sensation
Light sensitivity
How your visit works
You'll complete a short online assessment describing your symptoms and health history. A licensed medical provider reviews it — usually within the hour — and determines the safest, most appropriate treatment. If a prescription is appropriate, it's sent directly to your pharmacy.
When to seek in-person or emergency care instead
Seek immediate care if you have vision changes, severe eye pain, or symptoms that worsen despite treatment.
What happens next
Quick assessment: about 10 minutes, from your phone or computer.
1
Provider review: a licensed medical provider evaluates your case, usually within the hour.
2
Treatment plan: sent to your pharmacy if a prescription is appropriate, in two hours or less.
3
No insurance needed
HIPAA compliant, confidential
Full refund if we can't treat you
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