Microbiology: An Introduction
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ISBN: 9780321929150
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 21, Problem 3A
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- The pathogenic microbes causing conjunctivitis
- The eye cosmetics – being the source of infection
- The contact lenses – being the source of infection
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Conjunctivitis is infection of conjunctiva caused by bacteria, viruses, allergens, and irritants such as dust or smoke. The symptoms include redness, swelling, watering of eyes, itchiness, and eye irritation. Sometimes, there is discharge and crusting of eye lids or lashes.
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Microbiology: An Introduction
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