For example, smoke, hairspray, makeup, chlorine or air pollutants may inflame the membranes of the eye. This type of conjunctivitis is not contagious. The primary treatment of conjunctivitis suspected to be caused by an infection should be with conventional medicine. Alternative Medicine is the appropriate first step for allergic or mild irritant conjunctivitis. Acupressure is a non-invasive technique that can be used by parents and easily taught to older children and teenagers.
Pressure is applied to stimulate specific acupoints to reduce the inflammation of the conjunctiva.
Herbal Medicine for eye compresses and eye washes to relieve the inflammation of conjunctivitis. Eyebright may be recommended by an herbalist to prepare a soothing solution to wash the eye or to be used as cool compresses. Parsley is taken internally to treat allergic conjunctivitis by reducing the body's production of histamine. Before administering any herbal products to children, consult with a knowledgeable and experienced health care provider who can provide information about age appropriate dosages and precautions. Homeopathic remedies are tailored to the individual child predicated on a variety of factors that must be considered before the appropriate treatment is selected.