Ophthalmology Flashcards
Features of mild NPDR
1 or more microaneurysms
Features of moderate NPDR
Microaneurysms
Blot haemorrhages
Hard exudates
Cotton wool spots
Severe NPDR
Blot haemorrhages and microanaeurysms in 4 quadrants
IRMA in at least 1 quadrant
Signs of proliferative retinopathy
Retinal neovascularisation
Fibrous tissue forming anterior to retinal disc
More common in T1DM
What to treat conjunctivitis in pregnancy
Fusidic acid
How to treat meibomian cyst
Resolve spontaneously or require surgical drainage
Definite treatment of acute angle glaucoma
Laser peripheral iridotomy
Flashers and floaters are a sign of?
Vitreous detachment
What can be seen in eyes in central retinal vein occlusion?
Severe retinal haemorrhages
Causes of crvo
Glaucoma
Polycythaemia
HTN
What can be seen in eye in CRAO
Afferent pupillary defect
Cherry red spot on pale retina
Features of anterior uveitis
Acute onset Ocular discomfort and pain Irregular and small pupil Photophobia Blurred vision RED eye
Treatment of anterior uveitis
Refer to ophthalmology
Steroid drops
Features of retinitis pigmentosa
Night blindness
Tunnel vision
What is hordeolum externum
Infection of the glands of sebum/ sweat
Staph
What is hutchingsons sign in herpes opthalmicus
Involvement of the tip of the nose predicts future ocular involvement