Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, is a common eye condition that results in inflamed conjunctiva. It is a highly contagious condition that affects both adults and children.

Conjunctivitis can be caused by allergies, viruses, bacteria, and irritants such as smoke, dust, and chlorine. The symptoms of the condition include redness, itching, and burning sensations in the eyes, and clear or yellow discharge from the eyes.

Although medication is essential to treat conjunctivitis, some quick remedies can help relieve the symptoms of the condition.

1. Cold compress

Applying a cold compress to your affected eye can provide comfort and reduce inflammation. To use a cold compress, simply place a clean cloth in cold water, wring out the excess water, and place it on your affected eye.

Hold the cloth against your eye for 5-10 minutes, and repeat a few times a day.

2. Warm compress

A warm compress can also help to relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis. To prepare a warm compress, soak a clean cloth in warm water, wring out the excess water, and place the cloth on your affected eye.

Hold the cloth against your eye for 5-10 minutes, and repeat a few times a day.

3. Eye drops

Over-the-counter eye drops can help relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis. They contain antihistamines that help relieve itching and burning sensations.

Always follow the instructions on the eye drop label, and do not use it for a prolonged period without consulting a healthcare professional.

4. Avoiding irritants

Avoiding irritants such as smoke, dust, and chlorine can help relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis. Wear protective goggles when swimming, avoid rubbing your eyes, and wash your hands regularly to prevent the spread of the condition.

5. Honey

Honey has natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis.

Mix one teaspoon of raw honey with one cup of boiling water, let it cool, and apply the mixture to your affected eye with a clean cloth. Repeat a few times a day.

6. Aloe vera

Aloe vera has natural anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties that can help reduce inflammation and treat conjunctivitis. Cut an aloe vera leaf, and extract the gel from it.

Apply the gel to your affected eye, and let it sit for 15 minutes before rinsing it off with water. Repeat a few times a day.

7. Chamomile tea

Chamomile tea has natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis. Boil a cup of chamomile tea, let it cool, and apply the tea to your affected eye with a clean cloth. Repeat a few times a day.

8. Saltwater solution

A saltwater solution can help relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis. Mix one teaspoon of salt with one cup of boiling water, let it cool, and apply the solution to your affected eye with a clean cloth. Repeat a few times a day.

9. Turmeric

Turmeric has natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis.

Mix one teaspoon of turmeric with one cup of warm water, let it cool, and apply the mixture to your affected eye with a clean cloth. Repeat a few times a day.

10. Coriander seeds

Coriander seeds have natural anti-inflammatory properties that can help relieve the symptoms of conjunctivitis. Boil one teaspoon of coriander seeds in two cups of water, strain the solution, and apply it to your affected eye with a clean cloth.

Repeat a few times a day.