How to Treat Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) Fast?

Conjunctivitis or pink eye is the most common eye disorder that can be seen in people of any age. Waking up in the morning with pink eyes can be vicious and we want it to get rid of as soon as possible, so we quickly google the best treatment for conjunctivitis, and we will try all the mentioned home remedies, medicines, and all. But trying everything can worsen the condition, so we will mention some of the best treatments for the quick cure of conjunctivitis.

Causes of Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis (Pink eye) can be caused due to various reasons like bacteria, viruses, allergens, and other irritants. Among them, viruses are the most common cause and around 80% of conjunctivitis cases can be due to viruses. The other common causes include

Bacteria
Dust
Pet dander
Contact lens irritation
Pollen
Eye allergies
Smoke
Other fumes
Chlorine is present in the swimming pool.

Symptoms of Conjunctivitis

The following are the most common symptoms of conjunctivitis:

Redness in the eyes.
Itching in the eyes.
Swelling of the conjunctiva.
Mucus or pus releases from the eyes.
Sensitivity to the light.
Tears from the eyes.
Discharge from the eyes.

Also Read:- Eye Allergies – Causes, Symptoms and Ayurvedic Treatment

Ayurveda for Conjunctivitis

Ayurveda offers various herbs, herbal remedies, dietary and lifestyle guidelines which eliminates the root cause of the condition and helpful in holistic treatment of conjunctivitis.

Treatment of Conjunctivitis at IAFA Ayurveda®

To treat conjunctivitis (pink eye) fast, IAFA Ayurveda® offers safe and effective herbal remedies, home remedies, diet, and lifestyle modifications by following the principles of Ayurveda.

Herbal Remedies for Conjunctivitis

IAFA Ayurveda® offers holistic treatment and prescribes Akshi Tarpana Grutham, Triphala Capsules, Total Care 3X Ras, Pitpapra Capsules, Aparajita Capsules, etc. to treat conjunctivitis.

Home Remedies for Conjunctivitis

Here are some such home remedies that are tried and tested by our experts which are safe and effective. These home remedies play a key role in prevention of conjunctivitis.

1. Cold Compresses

Applying cold compresses can provide instant relief from eye strain, and itching and reduces perceived heat from the eyes. A cold compress can be simply putting a wet cloth over the eyes, or placing ice cubes or you can also use readily available eye pouches.

2. Warm Compresses

Like cold compresses, warm compresses also work miraculously for quick relief from irritation, itching, and burning of the eyes. Both the warm and cold compresses are safe to use but based on your comfort you can try one of them. You can use a washcloth, wet towel, or gauze dipped in warm water over your affected eyes.

3. Avoid Touching the Eyes

There are good chances of spreading the infection from one eye to the other, so it’s better to avoid touching the normal eye after having contact with the affected eye.

4. Use Natural Eye Drops

Ayurveda suggests the use of natural or medicated ghee (Grutham) over the affected eyes to get treated naturally. It has healing properties that help you get rid of the infection quickly.

5. Keeping the Irritant Away

It’s always better to keep the causative allergen or irritant away from the affected eyes to cure conjunctivitis. For example, if any eye contact lenses or eye makeup products cause irritation or conjunctivitis, stop using them for a few days to avoid worsening the condition.

Note:- It is always advised that before using any remedies you must consult with an Ayurvedic expert.

Diet and Lifestyle Modifications for Conjunctivitis

IAFA Ayurveda® provides certain diet modifications for the treatment of conjunctivitis and also improves overall eye health. Ayurveda believes that pitta dominant dosha is responsible for the cause of conjunctivitis. So recommending a pitta pacifying diet is the ultimate solution.

Eating probiotics, foods rich in vitamin A are crucial for good eye health.
Probiotics and prebiotics help in reducing excessive heat in the body.
Avoiding excess spice and sourness.
Include the foods that have cool potency like nightshades, radishes, berries, apples, apricots, etc.,
Coconuts can be the best pitta pacifiers.
Prefer sweet, and bitter foods over spicy foods.

Lifestyle Modifications

Avoid wearing contact lenses.
Don’t rub excessively over the affected area.
Avoid constantly touching the affected eyes.
Don’t try the home remedies said by everyone.
Stay away from allergens.
Wear sunglasses when stepping outside.
Avoid using the same towels and washcloths over the normal eyes.
Don’t share your eye makeup, eyelashes, and eye drops with anyone.

Also Read – A Case Study: Successful Ayurvedic Treatment of Chronic Allergic Conjunctivitis and Acute Allergic Rhinitis

A Quick Wrap-Up

IAFA Ayurveda® offers the treatment for conjunctivitis. If you follow the above-mentioned Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle modification along with the Ayurvedic herbal remedies recommended by IAFA®, you can no longer suffer from any kind of eye allergies and pink eye can be gone within a limited period.

Ayurveda offers the best treatment to cure conjunctivitis as it focuses on the elimination of the root cause of the disease. Book your online consultation now with Dr. Sahil Gupta and get rid of the pink eye naturally without any worry of side effects. Conjunctivitis can be spread from one person to the other easily and needs to be taken care of cautiously.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. 1) What is the Best Treatment for Conjunctivitis?

Ans. Ayurveda offers the best and most holistic treatment for conjunctivitis by including herbal medicines, home remedies, diet, and lifestyle modifications.

Q. 2) What is the Fastest Way to Cure Conjunctivitis?

Ans. The quickest way to get rid of conjunctivitis is to apply cold compresses or warm compresses based on your preference.

Q. 3) What is an Easy Treatment for Conjunctivitis?

Ans. To remove the dryness and inflammation, one can try a cold compress or medicated ghee which is easy to apply and provides quick relief.

Q. 4) Can I Treat Conjunctivitis Myself?

Ans. Although you can, it’s always better to consult an eye expert for the best treatment of bacterial and viral conjunctivitis.