Conjunctivitis Flashcards
1
Q
Define conjunctivitis
A
inflammation of the conjunctiva.
2
Q
causes of conjunctivitis?
A
• Infectious o Viral o Bacterial • Non-Infectious o Allergic o irritative
3
Q
risk factors for conjunctivitis?
A
contact lenses
4
Q
presenting symptoms of conjunctivitis?
A
- Sore red eye
- Discharge
- Irritation, discomfort and grittiness
5
Q
features of bacterial conjunctivitis?
A
Purulent discharge
Eyes may be ‘stuck together’ in the morning
6
Q
features of viral conjunctivitis?
A
Serous discharge
Recent URTI
Preauricular lymph nodes
7
Q
features of Allergic conjunctivitis ?
A
Bilateral symptoms
Very itchy
Oedema
History of atopy
8
Q
investigations for conjunctivitis?
A
clinical diagnosis
