Eye Discharge

Is your eye discharge normal or a sign of a medical condition? Understand more about its potential causes and how to tell if it's time to visit an eye doctor.

Sticky Eyes

Sticky eyes can be alarming, but they are usually treatable and sometimes go away on their own. Learn more about the possible causes and treatment of sticky eyes.

Goopy eyes

Goopy eyes can be a sign of stye, pink eye or another eye infection; treatment is determined based on the underlying cause.

Eye Boogers: Definition and Causes

Eye boogers are nothing to be ashamed of, and in most cases, are just a sign that your body is doing its job to keep your eyes lubricated and free of debris, dryness and infection.

mother wiping away baby's eye discharge with cotton pad

Eye Discharge In Toddlers and Babies

Eye discharge in infants and toddlers is normal and can usually be treated at home. However, some cases may require antibiotics.

Eye Discharge: Causes, Types and Treatment

What is eye discharge and why do you wake up with sleep in your eyes? Learn about the causes and treatment of eye discharge.

closeups of the different types of eye discharge: watery, white discharge, yellow discharge and green discharge

Eye Discharge: White vs. Yellow vs. Green

A change in the color or consistency of eye discharge may be a sign of infection and should be assessed by an eye doctor.

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