Sticky or pus-like eye discharge
Sticky or pus-like discharge from the eyes indicates an infection or significant inflammation. The discharge may cause the eyelids to stick together, especially upon waking. Yellow or green discharge suggests bacterial infection.
Conditions that commonly cause sticky or pus-like eye discharge
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Common Causes of Sticky or pus-like eye discharge
- Bacterial conjunctivitis
- Blocked tear duct (in infants)
- Blepharitis (eyelid inflammation)
- Dacryocystitis (tear sac infection)
- Gonorrhoeal or chlamydial eye infection
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Sticky or pus-like eye discharge
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- Thick yellow or green eye discharge
- Discharge with eye pain or vision changes
- Swelling or redness around the eye
- Discharge in a newborn (seek immediate care)
- Persistent discharge not improving after 2-3 days
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