Conjunctivitis Flashcards
1
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Conjunctivitis
A
Inflammation of the conjunctiva.
Bacterial, viral, or allergic.
Unilateral or bilateral.
2
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Conjunctivitis presentation
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- red eye
- itchy or gritty sensation
- discharge (purulent - bacterial, clear - viral)
3
Q
Differentials for acute painful red eye
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- acute angle-closure glaucoma
- anterior uveitis
- scleritis
- corneal abrasions or ulceration
- keratitis
- foreign body
- traumatic or chemical injury
4
Q
Differentials for acute painless red eye
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- conjunctivitis
- episcleritis
- subconjunctival haemorrhage
5
Q
Managing conjunctivitis
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Self-resolves in 1-2 weeks.
Hygiene measures (cotton wool, sterile water).
Bacterial - chloramphenicol or fuscidic acid eye drops.
Allergic - antihistamines, topical mast cell stabilisers.
6
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Eyedrops for bacterial conjunctivitis
A
- chloramphenicol
- fusidic acid
