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Question #17905
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what are the precautions for eye flu - #17905

Karthik

I am really worried about this eye flu thing going around! A few days ago, my son came home from school and was rubbing his eyes non-stop. At first, I thought it was just allergies or something, but then he started complaining about itchiness and redness. I mean, it looked bad! So, I took him to the doctor, and they said it was eye flu. Now I'm just freaking out a little because I don’t want to catch it or have it spread to anyone else at home. Like, what are the precautions for eye flu? I heard it can be pretty contagious, and I just don’t know what to do. Should I be keeping him away from his little sister or what? And, do we have to change all the towels and pillows? Also, how do we clean his toys without spreading it further? This whole situation just has me questioning everything! I mean, are there specific hygiene practices we should follow or any home remedies that help? Like, what are the precautions for eye flu that we should take immediately? I’ve been washing our hands like crazy, but what else can we do? Would love to hear your advice!!

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