What does a sty eye have, that a pink eye doesn't??

Question

what characteristics do a sty eye have that a pink eye doesn't?

Answer 1

a sty eye(sp?) is from a plugged up tear duct. pink eye is a specific type of an eye infection (yellow crusty ooze) and highly contagious (spreads by touch).

Answer 2

Styes are enflamed sebaceous glands (near the base of the eyelashes) and are usually caused by staphylococcus bacteria. They look similar to pimples, but should not be squeezed or pierced as the bacteria inside can spread over the entire eyelid.

Pink eye, also called conjunctivitis, can show up when you least expect it, and it is very contagious. There is more than one type of pink eye, and how you treat it depends on the type. If it is bacterial you need antibiotic ointment or drops. There is no particular treatment for viral pink eye. If it is an allergy that is causing your difficulty you may need anti-inflammatory medication or antihistamines. Frequent hand washing is crucial to prevent spreading the virus or bacteria, depending on which type you have.   There is also something called CLARE, or contact lens induced acute red eye. Sleeping in contacts makes the eye more susceptible to inflammation/infection.

These links give basic information about pink eye and styes.

http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/07/08...

http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections/...

http://www.howtogetridofstuff.com/health...

http://www.ehow.com/how_2092740_treat-st...