5 soothing home remedies to treat pink eye naturally

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Deepak Soni

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Symptoms to Look Out For

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Cold Compress

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Warm Compress

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Aloe Vera Gel

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Warm Chamomile Tea Bags

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Saline Eyewash

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Final Takeaway

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