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- Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by a bacteria or virus. Symptoms include eye redness, a discharge and swollen lids. Conjunctivitis is treated with antibacterial eye drops or ointment. Children must not attend school or child care if they have conjunctivitis.
- Reactive arthritis
Reactive arthritis is a form of arthritis that occurs as a result of some bacterial infections.
- Eyes - trachoma
A clean face and clean environment are the best protection against trachoma.
- Eyes - blocked tear duct
Some babies are born with a blocked tear duct, but other events, including infection and trauma to the nose, can cause a blocked tear duct.
- Meningococcal disease
Meningococcal disease is an uncommon but serious illness that usually takes the form of a blood infection (septicaemia) or infection of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord (meningitis).
- Erythema nodosum
Erythema nodosum appears as red tender lumps, most commonly on the shins.
- Measles
Measles can cause serious and sometimes fatal complications, including pneumonia and brain inflammation.
- Urban flash floods - FAQs
Urban flash flooding can happen quickly and without warning. Keep up-to-date with the latest warnings through the VicEmergency website or download the app.
- Rosacea
In men, severe rosacea can cause the nose to become reddened and enlarged (rhinophyma).
- Eyes explained
The eye's complicated design means that an image can pass through its many layers and end up crisply focused on the retina.