Conjunctivitis in the New Born (Neonatal Conjunctivitis)

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Usually presents within the first week of birth as acute bacterial conjunctivitis. Severe infection may also be associated with:

  • Fever
  • Severe eyelid swelling with difficulty in opening the eyes
  • Irritability, poor feeding

Tetracycline eye ointment 1% 3 times daily

PLUS

Chloramphenicol eye drops 0.5% 3 times daily

Referral

  • Refer immediately to an ophthalmologist: this is usually a systemic condition that requires admission and treating of the mother and sexual partner(s).