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Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is a common eye condition that causes redness, irritation, and discharge from the eye. It occurs when the conjunctiva—the thin, clear tissue covering the white part of the eye—becomes inflamed.
Pink eye can be caused by:
At VUC, we provide compassionate, preventative, and convenient care to quickly evaluate your symptoms and determine the best treatment. Whether your pink eye is viral, bacterial, or allergy-related, our licensed providers can guide you toward fast relief—often without needing an in-person visit.
Viral and bacterial pink eye are highly contagious and can spread through direct contact. Allergic pink eye is not contagious.
It can be difficult to tell on your own. Viral pink eye often causes watery discharge and may come with cold symptoms, while bacterial pink eye typically produces thicker, yellow or green discharge. A provider can help determine the cause.
Antibiotics are only effective for bacterial pink eye. Viral cases usually resolve on their own, while allergic conjunctivitis is treated with allergy medications.
During your online visit, a provider will review your symptoms and may visually assess your eye. If appropriate, prescriptions (such as antibiotic eye drops) can be sent directly to your pharmacy.
Seek immediate care if you experience:
No. VUC offers affordable, cash-pay visits—making high-quality care accessible without insurance.
Connect with a licensed provider from the comfort of your home and receive fast, convenient virtual care for pink eye symptoms—often the same day. No waiting rooms, no insurance required.