Many people have eye problems when they suffer from a cold. This symptom could be treated as "cold in the eye", or conjunctivitis in medical field. Don't worry about the present condition. Viral conjunctivitis is most commonly caused by the same viruses that cause the common cold and so they most frequently follow having had a cold or a viral gastrointestinal illness, it should go away when your cold clears up. During the coure, you should not rub your eyes with your fingers. And then, lessen to use eye drops which contains much chemicals. Keep enough sleep for your rest to help your cold. By the way, you'd better take out your contacts during the cold days if you wear usually. A few days later, you will feel good for your eyes as long as you take these suggestions. You could see a doctor if you are afraid of getting other eye problems. Good luck for you.
