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what is the MC conjunctivitis seen in children? what is the cause? source? viral conjunctivitis; Adenovirus; swimming pools Dx? preauricular lymphadenopathy, copious watery eye discharge, scanty mucoid discharge, usually unilateral with punctate staining on slit lamp examination; Tx? dx: viral conjunctivitis tx: supportive (cool compresses, artificial tears) +/- antihistamines for itching (Olopatadine) Dx? bilateral eye itching, tearing, redness, string discharge, chemosis (conjunctival swelling) with cobblestone appearance to inner/upper eyelids; Tx? dx: allergic conjunctivitis tx: topical antihistamines (H1 blockers) (Olopatadine, Pheniramine/Naphazoline, Emedastine), topical NSAID (ketorolac), topical corticosteroids (but s/e of long term use = glaucoma, cataracts, HSV keratitis)