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12 Early Signs of Pink Eye

Swelling of the Lymph Nodes

This sign is typical to viral pink eye, and it only happens in some cases. Pink eye may cause noticeable inflammation of the lymph nodes and softness of the area around the lymph nodes. When you notice a sign like this, you should let your doctor know as soon as possible because early diagnosis can make a lot of difference in the treatment process, especially if the pink eye case is severe. You should also try to stay away from people when you notice this sign because it usually signifies the most contagious type of pink eye – the viral pink eye.