Conjunctivitis

Abstract

Conjunctivitis is inflammation on conjunctiva Which can due to by infection bacteria, viruses, allergies, or irritation and is one of the most common eye diseases and can be contagious. This article aims to provide a comprehensive review of the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, classification, diagnosis, and management of conjunctivitis based on literature latest. Writing abstract done with method literature review to various source scientific Which relevant. Results show that Conjunctivitis can be classified into infectious and non-infectious, with the diagnosis being based on history and clinical examination, while additional examinations such as Gram staining or microbiological culture are performed in selected cases. Management varies according to etiology, ranging from supportive therapy to topical antibiotics or antihistamines, with a generally good prognosis, although complications such as keratitis or corneal perforation can occur in poorly managed cases. Therefore, correct diagnosis and appropriate therapy are essential to prevent complications and improve the patient's quality of life, while education on prevention and personal hygiene is needed to reduce the spread of infectious conjunctivitis.