Proper therapy and treatment can cure pink eye or conjunctivitis. However the treatment of this infection may vary depending on the diagnosis and seriousness of the infection and symptoms felt by the infected person. If you are infected with pink eye, you have to approach doctor specialized in eye treatment, then undergo thorough diagnostic tests and get the proper treatment.

Some of the simple ways to treat pink eye include:

Treatment for viral pink eye: in this type of infection, there is no proved medicine to cure viral pink eye. However, some doctors will recommend and prescribe some antibiotics to prevent further bacterial infection. Applying cold compresses is another way followed in viral pink eye to get some relief from symptoms.

Treatment for bacterial pink eye: Usually doctors prescribe antibiotic drops or eye medicine to treat bacterial pink eye. These antibiotics will reduce the continuance of infection. Just wipe off your eyes and also the discharge if present on the borders of the eye before using the medication.

Treatment for allergic pink eye: Anti-inflammatory and antihistamine drops are used to prevent serious complication in allergic pink eye. Regular usage of cold compresses on the eye area gives you better result. Avoid exposure to allergic agents.