Virtual Pink Eye, Conjunctivitis & Eye Irritation Care in Illinois

Yes. We treat patients statewide, including Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, Joliet, Peoria, Rockford, Springfield, Kewanee, and Lake Zurich, and throughout Cook, DuPage, Will, Kane, Kendall, and Peoria counties. Prescriptions are routed electronically to your nearest local pharmacy.

Yes. Bacterial pink eye typically presents with thick discharge that glues the eyes shut, whereas viral pink eye has watery discharge and is often associated with cold symptoms. We customize treatment based on these key clinical markers.

We can evaluate allergic eye irritation, dryness, redness, mild burning, and irritation from contact lenses or foreign particles. For symptoms that are not pink eye, we recommend appropriate drops, allergy treatment, or in-person care when needed.

Bacterial pink eye usually improves within 24 to 48 hours after starting antibiotic eye drops. Viral pink eye clears on its own in 1 to 2 weeks. Allergic conjunctivitis improves once the trigger is managed with antihistamine drops.

Bacterial pink eye is generally no longer contagious after 24 hours on antibiotic drops. Viral pink eye can be contagious for up to two weeks while symptoms persist. Most Illinois schools and workplaces allow return once discharge has stopped — we provide guidance during your visit.

Seek in-person or emergency care for sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, intense light sensitivity, an eye injury, or symptoms after recent eye surgery. During your virtual visit we screen for these red flags and refer you to local urgent or specialist care when appropriate.