Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
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Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is a common eye infection that causes redness, irritation, tearing, sensitivity to light, and other unpleasant symptoms.

Our pink eye section lists symptoms, answers common questions, discusses traditional and alternative treatments, guides you to resources around the web, and tells you just about anything you ever wanted to know about pink eye.

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Quotes about Eyes
Quotes about eyes and vision from thinkers throughout the ages.
Foods for Eye Health
Ten foods that will boost and maintain your health and may protect against cataracts, macular degeneration, and other eye problems.
Blind Celebrities
A list of blind celebrities who didn't let their lack of eyesight hold them back. These singers, actors, musicians, and artists lived their lives to the fullest and then some.
Profile: Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder was born blind due to a condition called retinopathy of prematurity. This didn't stop him from taking up piano and becoming one of the world's most beloved musical performers.
What Is Pink Eye?
Pink Eye Symptoms
What Causes Pink Eye?
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Treatment for Pink Eye
Home Remedies for Pink Eye
Eye Drops for Pink Eye
Pink Eye Antibiotics
Pink Eye in Infants

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Tuesday, Dec 9, 2008

Eyelash Thickening Drug Latisse May Be Approved
 An FDA advisory panel has given the thumbs up to a new drug, Latisse, that helps people grow fuller, darker eyelashes. Latisse was created after its maker, Allergan, Inc, discovered that eyelash growth was a side effect of its glaucoma drug, Lumigan. They decided to do a study on the ...
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