Brief Answer: more likely infectious Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctival lining of the eye. It can be infectious (bacterial or viral ) or due to allergies. Allergic conjunctivitis can be associated with a discharge but it is normally clear or mucoid (mucus like).It is not usually yellow in appearance. The fact that the discharge you are noticing is yellow makes it more likely to be an infection causing your symptoms. Viral conjunctivitis is more common than bacterial conjunctivitis. Viral conjunctivitis can last 10 to 14 days and is only treated symptomatically. That means that treatment is not for the virus itself but only for the symptoms. It includes cleaning the eye regularly , using cold compresses and artificial tears to relieve any discomfort. Bacterial conjunctivitis requires the use of antibiotic drops. The only way to definitely distinguish between the 2 is an eye swab but this is not commonly done. You can consider the use of the symptomatic treatment for a few days ( 2 to 3). If during this time there is any significant worsening then you should visit your doctor because antibiotic drops would be needed. If you are not comfortable waiting for assessment then you should visit your doctor sooner for a check. Summary- unlikely allergy, more likely infectious

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