help- conjunctivitus

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, ds had it 2 days, think its bacterial as yellow gunk, but how quickly should it clear up with the cream? ds says his eyes are itchy as well. can he go swimming ( not a public pool) ? and any tips on helping him and making sure dd (baby) doesn't get it? am washing pillow cases all the time... thanks

No to swimming I think.

Lots of handwashing, and for him to try not to touch his eyes. Should start to improve within a couple of days.

No sharing towels or flannels or bathwater

DS is 3 and gets conjunctivitis on a regular basis from his nursery! With the over-the counter drops from the chemist it usually clears up in 24 hours.

It's pretty contageous so I guess not letting DS share any bedding, towels etc might help? Plus getting him to wash his hands? I personally wouldn't go swimming just cos the cholrine in the water could irritate already sensitive eyes.

Conjunctivitis meds for babies have to be prescribed by a GP so if baby gets it you'll have to make an appointment.