that does sound like a rough patch, Chad. For pink eye, I always use an eye wash containing boric acid along with a round or two of antibiotics. " I do hate that pink eye"
Good job on the not smoking. like you, the last time I stopped smoking, I started chewing and now, I do both.
Sunflower seeds, chewing gum, and toothpics seem to help if you want to try to kick the chew.