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What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Focus West Optometry

A close-up of a person's red, watery, and irritated eyes.

The truth is, several eye conditions can masquerade as pink eye, such as:
Dry Eye
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Blepharitis
Stye or Chalazion
Corneal Abrasion
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Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Posted on December 30, 2024 by Focus West Optometry

A senior sits on a bed in a well-lit room, rubbing their eyes with their right hand while holding their phone at arm's length, struggling with vision issues from glaucoma.

If someone in your family has it, your own risk might be higher. […]

Can You Wear Contacts With Pink Eye?

Posted on October 22, 2024 (October 22, 2024) by Focus West Optometry

An individual's right eye is covered by their hand while their left eye is red, irritated, and remains uncovered.

During pink eye flare-ups, ditching your contact lenses for eyeglasses is strongly advised. Switching to glasses helps prevent further discomfort and reinfection, and promotes further healing.
Once the infection has cleared and you’ve been given the green light to continue wearing contacts by your eye doctor, it’s vital to dispose of any contaminated lenses. Use a fresh new pair, and practice proper contact lens care.
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