Conjunctivitis—commonly called pink eye—means the clear membrane covering the white of the eye is inflamed. It causes redness, discharge, and sometimes itching or pain. Because causes differ, the right treatment depends on the type. At Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic in Bangalore, our eye clinic team helps you get the correct diagnosis and care—not guesswork from the internet.

Main types of conjunctivitis

  • Viral – Often with a cold; watery discharge; very contagious; usually resolves on a timeline your doctor explains.
  • Bacterial – Thick yellow/green discharge, lids stuck in morning; may need antibiotic drops after examination.
  • Allergic – Itchy, both eyes, seasonal or exposure-related; overlaps with allergic rhinitis.

When red eye is not simple conjunctivitis

Severe pain, vision loss, light sensitivity, or injury need urgent assessment—could be corneal ulcer, uveitis, or glaucoma acute angle closure, which are emergencies. Always seek professional care for sudden or severe symptoms.

How Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic can help

Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic supports patients with red eye and pink eye in Nagarbhavi:

  • Examination – We look at the type of discharge, pattern of redness, and whether one or both eyes are involved.
  • Right treatment – Viral conjunctivitis usually doesn’t need antibiotics; bacterial may; allergic needs a different approach. We avoid unnecessary medication.
  • Hygiene advice – How to reduce spread at home and work, especially for contagious types.
  • Eye + ENT together – If you also have nasal allergy or sinus symptoms, one visit can address related issues.
  • Follow-up – We advise when to return if symptoms worsen or don’t improve.

Dr. Shruthi LH’s experience as an eye specialist with Ayurvedic training means we consider both modern eye care and holistic wellness where appropriate.

Self-care while contagious

Don’t share towels or eye makeup, wash hands often, and avoid touching the unaffected eye first. Don’t use steroid drops unless prescribed—they can worsen some conditions.

Book an appointment at Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic for red or painful eyes, or see our conditions page.