What is eye infection?

Eye infection refers to local inflammatory reactions caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and other pathogens invading the eye.

Eye infection may be related to factors such as not paying attention to eye hygiene and dust entering the eye. The main viruses causing eye infection include herpes simplex virus, varicella zoster virus, cytomegalovirus, etc. Some people who wear contact lenses for a long time are also prone to eye infection. Generally, treatment can be carried out according to the severity and cause of eye infection. The commonly used drugs in clinical practice are azithromycin, rifampicin, acyclovir, etc.

In daily life, eye hygiene can be maintained, and eye protection measures can be strengthened to prevent eye infection.