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Can Pink Eye Be Caused By Sinus Infection?

An adult drinking a tea blows their nose as they deal with a sinus infection.

Because of the close proximity of the eyes and sinuses, it’s natural to wonder if a sinus infection could cause pink eye.
While classic viral pink eye (most often caused by adenoviruses) is typically not related to sinus infections, certain bacterial or upper respiratory infections can affect both areas and lead to overlapping symptoms.
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Scratched Cornea vs. Pink Eye: How to Tell the Difference

Against a pink background, a preteen in a white shirt covers one eye while grimacing in pain.

It can be concerning if your child wakes up complaining about eye pain, persistent redness, or irritation. Two of the most common eye issues are a scratched cornea and pink eye (conjunctivitis). At first glance, they appear similar—both may cause redness, discomfort, and sensitivity. However, a scratched cornea is typically more painful, itchier, and uncomfortable, […]

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Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?

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Myopia (nearsightedness) and hyperopia (farsightedness) are two common vision problems that cause blurry vision, resulting from an irregular eye shape that does not bend light correctly. Myopia makes far-away objects look blurry, while hyperopia makes nearby objects look blurry.  Myopia and hyperopia are refractive errors that can cause difficulties in daily life. Knowing the difference […]

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