Ayurvedic Herbs for Conjunctivitis

Ayurvedic Herbs for Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is the infection of the transparent membrane that lines your eyelid and eyeball. In this, you'll find redness in your eye and you'll feel a sensation in your eye, along with the itching. Have a look at few herbs and remedies for Conjunctivitis by DrAyurveda:

* Turmeric: It helps a lot, as it has antibacterial properties that really helps in order to prevent infection in the eye. Soak a piece of cotton or cloth to a pot of boiled turmeric water. Use the soaked cloth as a warm compress to treat allergic conjunctivitis.
* Fennel seed: It consists of antioxidants and nutrients which help in slowing down the progression of Conjunctivitis.
* Chamomile: You can try to soak a chamomile tea bag in warm water and then hold it as a compress on the affected eye for around 10 minutes. Repeat few times a day in order to help fight the infection.
* Green Tea: Polyphenols found in green tea can reduce inflammation and work as an antiviral treatment for pink eye, when used correctly.
You can also use few essential oils for conjunctivitis, for this you can place the oil in a humidifier and let your eyes take in the vapor or you can try for steam. These are the best essential oils for Conjunctivitis:
* Peppermint oil
* Tea tree oil
* Lavender oil
Apart from that, you should also get plenty of rest and hydration. You should consult a doctor if it persists for an extended period or becomes chronic. Try washing your hands more often and try not to touch your eyes as well.