Wash your hands often
Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes
Use a warm compress on the affected eye
Clean any discharge with a clean, damp cloth
Use a separate towel and pillowcase
Avoid wearing contact lenses until symptoms clear
Replace or disinfect contact lenses and cases
Use preservative-free artificial tears
Avoid eye makeup until fully healed
Throw away eye makeup used during the infection
Do not share towels, pillows, or eye products
Stay home if the eye is very red, draining, or contagious
See a doctor if you have eye pain, vision changes, light sensitivity, or symptoms that worsen