Questions: Select all that apply Conjunctivitis, or "pink eye," is usually caused by what types of infection? Bacterial Protozoan Viral Fungal

Select all that apply
Conjunctivitis, or "pink eye," is usually caused by what types of infection?
Bacterial
Protozoan
Viral
Fungal
Transcript text: Select all that apply Conjunctivitis, or "pink eye," is usually caused by what types of infection? Bacterial Protozoan Viral Fungal
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The answer is:

  • Bacterial
  • Viral

Explanation for each option:

  1. Bacterial: Correct. Bacterial infections are a common cause of conjunctivitis. Bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae can lead to this condition.
  2. Protozoan: Incorrect. Protozoan infections are not a common cause of conjunctivitis. They are more typically associated with other types of infections, such as those affecting the gastrointestinal system.
  3. Viral: Correct. Viral infections are another common cause of conjunctivitis. Viruses such as adenoviruses are frequently responsible for this condition.
  4. Fungal: Incorrect. Fungal infections are a rare cause of conjunctivitis. They are more likely to cause other types of eye infections, such as keratitis.

Summary: Conjunctivitis, or "pink eye," is usually caused by bacterial or viral infections.

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