Red Eye Flashcards
1
Q
How does bacterial conjunctivitis present
A
Red eye
Sticky yellow discharge
2
Q
What organisms can cause bacterial conjunctivitis
A
S. pneumoniae
S. aureus
H. influenzea
3
Q
Management of conjunctivitis
A
Topical lubricants
Cool compress
Chloramphenicol eye drops
4
Q
What advice would you give a patient with conjunctivitis
A
No contact lens wear for 48h
Avoid sharing towels
Regular handwashing
5
Q
What do you see on examination of anterior uveitis
A
Direct photophobia
Red eye (ciliary flush)
Synechiae of iris
6
Q
In which conditions do you not prescribe initial steroid therapy
A
Dendritic ulcers
Conjunctivitis
Bacterial keratitis
