Acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis is also known as Apollo because it was first discovered in Ghana in 1969, the year US spaceship Apollo 11 landed on the moon. It was named Apollo because many believed that the disease was brought from space that year.
The viral eye infection causes inflammation of the outer covering of the eye and the inner eye areas. Patients experience red or pink, swollen eyes and pain and itching.
For patients, doctors usually prescribe eye drops that include antibacterials to deter further inflammation and infection. Patients are recommended to keep away from crowds to prevent the spread of the virus that causes the disease.
Tips to prevent the disease.
1. Wash your hands frequently with soap.
2. Avoid touching your face, particularly the eye area.
3. Don't share towels or personal hygiene kits with others.
4. See a doctor if your eyes are swollen, pink and itching.
5. Avoid rubbing the affected eye.
6. Rest for two weeks, minimize crowd exposure.
7. Children with an eye infection need to take some days off from day care centers, play rooms and schools
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