Generally speaking, it is normal to get a bit of eye discharges in the eyes when people wake up. However, if the eye discharges are too much, and there comes along with the red and swollen eyes, then it can be caused by getting conjunctivitis. Most part of the conjunctiva is directly in touch with the outer world, therefore, it can easily be infected by the bacteria, viruses and chlamydia in the surroundings. Also, injuries, chemicals as well as irritation of physical hurt can lead to conjunctivitis, too. Besides, there are many blood vessels and lymphoid issues in the conjunctiva, therefore it can be very vulnerable to the antigen from both itself and the outside. You can firstly use physiological saline to wash clean the eye discharges, and then apply some tobramycin or levofloxacin hydrochloride eye drops. And if you wear eye contact lenses, you had better stop wearing them. At the same time, do not eat spisy foods or any other kinds of foods which may be irritative to your eye conditions. Eat some more fresh vegetables and fruits, drink more water. Do not smoke or drink. Pay attention to your personal eye hygiene, and each time when you clean your eyes or face, you had better use boiled water to wash the towel or washbasin clean.