Gonococcal conjunctivitis: A case report
- Author:
Norlina Anuar
;
Nur Suhaila Idris
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
gonococcal conjunctivitis;
history taking;
sexual history
- From:Malaysian Family Physician
2018;13(3):27-28
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
We report a case of acute gonococcal conjunctivitis in a 36-year-old woman who presented with
eye redness and a history of discharge for one month. Prior to presenting to us, she was treated for
bacterial conjunctivitis with three courses of local antibiotics by three different clinics after brief
assessments and without improvement. The final diagnosis of gonococcal conjunctivitis was made
after a complete history was elicited and supported by the presence of Neisseria Gonorrhoeae in
the eye swab culture test. She and her sexual partner were treated successfully with intramuscular
Ceftriaxone and oral Azithromycin. This case highlights the importance of complete history taking,
including sexual history, which translates into early recognition and treatment, thus preventing
complications.
- Full text:2.2018my0015.pdf
