The rains came and with them all types of viruses, including conjunctivitis. Bacterial conjunctivitis will require a treatment prescribed by your doctor. But there is another most common form of conjunctivitis, viral. The latter is caused by the same virus that causes cold and often is accompanied by it.
The school aged children are more likely to get viruses and bring them home. The most important thing is prevention: hand washing is key. On the recommendation of my doctor, my daughter has antibacterial gel in her lunch box and cleans her hands before eating her snack. In addition children must also learn not to touch everything in their path and then touching their face.
When they get home from school, the first thing they should do is take off the uniform and take a good shower. Thus, the germs that are stuck on clothing, face and arms of children, also will not be hanging around the house.
If, despite all this, your school-age child caught a virus, try to avoid the spread at home, especially if you also have a baby. Again hand washing, right after taking care of the sick child (children) and just before preparing food or caring for other family members.
Wash sheets in hot water and spray Lysol on household surfaces not easily cleaned, such as chairs. Wash eating utensils with hot water. And finally, clean the kitchen surfaces with disinfectant wipes or chlorine.
