Conjunctivitis (ReelDx + Lecture) | Viral conjunctivitis - copious watery discharge, scant mucoid discharge. Adenovirus (most common). Self-limiting associated with URI
Bacterial conjunctivitis - will present with purulent (yellow) discharge, crusting, usually worse in the morning. May be unilateral.
Allergic conjunctivitis - red eyes, itching and tearing, usually bilateral, cobblestone mucosa on the inner/upper eyelid TX: Bacterial: Treatment(s) in order of suggested use - the dose is 0.5 inch (1.25 cm) of ointment (preferable in children) deposited inside the lower lid or 1 to 2 drops instilled four times daily for five to seven days.
Contact lenses use = pseudomonas tx=fluoroquinolone (ciprofloxacin / Ciloxan drops)
Viral: There is no specific antiviral agent for the treatment of viral conjunctivitis. Some patients derive symptomatic relief from topical antihistamine/decongestants. Warm or cool compresses may provide additional symptomatic relief. Allergic conjunctivitis systemic antihistamines and topical antihistamines or mast cell stabilizers. (Naphcon-A, Ocuhist, generics)
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