1
Q
what are the features of allergic conjunctivitis?
A
- bilateral sx: conjuctivtal erythema, conjunctival swelling (chemosis)
- itch prominent
- eyelids swollen
- hx atopy
- seasonal (due to pollen) or perennial (due to dust mite, washing powder or other allergens)
2
Q
how do you manage allergic conjunctivitis?
A
1st-line: topical / systemic antihistamines
2nd-line: topical mast-cell stabilisers e.g. sodium cromoglicate and nedocromil
ophthalmology
flashcards
Decks in class (29)
# Cards
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allergic conjunctivitis2
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scleritis and episcleritis6
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anterior uveitis6
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ocular trauma4
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central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO)4
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infective conjunctivitis6
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primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG)11
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acute angle closure glaucoma (AACG)16
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Horner's syndrome6
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sudden loss of vision22
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age related macular degeneration (ARMD)14
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corneal ulcer2
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eyelid problems11
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papilloedema4
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optic neuritis5
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diabetic retinopathy11
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hypertensive retinopathy5
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relative afferent pupillary defect (RAPD)6
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herpes simplex keratitis3
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retinitis pigmentosa3
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herpes zoster ophthalmicus (HZO)5
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Argyll-Robertson pupil3
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preseptal/periorbital cellulitis12
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vitreous haemorrhage6
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cataracts11
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painless red eye1
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keratitis8
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red eye2
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squint9
