Not sure if i need a doctor or a vet!

[JoanieShrubs]

I was administering medication to my chicken for a flare up of a chronic infectious coryza condition. She shook her head vigorously and a few drops of her runny snot went straight into my eye It’s a day later and i have conjunctivis coming on, crusting and soreness and redness. For those who know the biomedical side of the disease, is this worth the expense and time of a doctors visit, or can i apply an OTC antiseptic eyedrop and see if it clears? I’m not sure if it’d be the coryza microorganism causing this (supposedly not transmissible between species?) or just general chicken germs.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Sorry to hear this has happened to you. It's best that you consult your Doctor.

 

[Lpsouth1978]

As an eyecare professional, I would recommend a visit to an Optometrist. If you do indeed have conjunctivitis you will likely need prescription eye drops to clear the infection.