Why does a child's eyes fester?

During the first years of life, children often experience eye problems. They manifest themselves in the form of suppurations, which cause discomfort to babies and also greatly disturb their parents. Let's talk in more detail about the causes of eye suppuration in children and methods of treatment.

Causes of eye suppuration in a child

The main cause of eye suppuration in children is the inflammatory process of the mucous membrane.   It can be triggered by a number of factors:bacteria such as streptococcus, staphylococcus, meningococcus, etc.;

• measles, herpes or influenza viruses;
• chlamydia;
• allergic reactions to pollen, dust, etc.
• Most often, the eyes become inflamed during a period of weakened immunity. For example, newborns can be infected in the womb, but when they are born, the body is not able to fight bacteria and viruses, which is why inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eyes begins, accompanied by suppuration.

In older age, in most cases, the cause of inflammation is improper care, contact with infected people, dirty toys and objects with which the child is constantly in contact.

Considering the fact that bacteria and viruses are transmitted through contact, a child can become infected anywhere: in a kindergarten, in a hospital, on a playground, and even at home, playing with something they brought from the street.

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redness and pus.  

Treatment of purulent eyes in a child

If the child's immune system is not able to cope with the infection on its own, parents should take care to properly treat the inflammation. To do this, the following methods are used to combat this problem:

• Rubbing the eyes. Typically, infusions of herbs such as chamomile, cornflowers, and calendula are used. To prepare them, just infuse 1 tbsp. l. herbs in a glass of boiling water. A solution of furatsilin is no less effective (1 tablet per 1 liter of water). Regular procedures, 3-4 times a day, will help eliminate discomfort and help eliminate the inflammatory process.

• Using antibacterial drops that relieve swelling, such as zinc-andreneline drops.
• Using antibiotic drops. The most effective are drops based on chloramphenicol (0.25%), as well as albucid and tsipromet.
• Massage of the nasolacrimal sac. It helps restore normal outflow in the nasolacrimal duct; accordingly, it resumes and pus no longer forms. You need to massage 6-8 times a day.  

It is important to remember that any procedures, as well as medications, will only be effective if the eye is completely cleared of pus. Therefore, before using medications and massage, you need to thoroughly wipe your eyes with herbal infusion.  

Eye care as a way to prevent suppuration

Whatever one may say, it is better to prevent any disease than to treat it later. This is especially true for children. To prevent your child’s eyes from becoming inflamed and, moreover, from the appearance of pus, you must adhere to simple rules:

• minimize communication with sick people;
• wash your hands and eyes thoroughly after walking;
• wipe your baby’s eyes with boiled water every day;
• dry the child exclusively with his own towel;
• While walking, use sterile disposable wipes to wipe your hands or face.

Even with the slightest increase in tear production in a child, it is recommended to rinse the eyes with an herbal solution at least several times to prevent the development of the disease.