10 common infections that affect our sight


Conjunctivitis is one of the most common eye infections, and commonly causes redness, iritation and tearing of the eyes. — Wikimedia Commons

We all know how important our eyes are, but do we know how to protect them?

There are many bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites that cause various diseases in our eyes.

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