Gonorrhea is one of the most frequent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) encountered in clinical practice, and ocular infections are one of the possible manifestations [1] [2] [3]. Gonococcal conjunctivitis is primarily diagnosed in the neonatal population who contract the bacteria from the infected secretions of the cervix during birth [1] [4]. In most cases, symptoms in the form of nonspecific redness and serous discharge are followed by prominent eyelid erythema, purulent discharge and conjunctival swelling (chemosis) after an incubation period of about 2-6 days from delivery [1] [4] [5]. Without early recognition, gonococcal conjunctivitis in neonates might lead to ophthalmia neonatorum, a severe form of infection in which scarring and ulceration of the cornea can develop within 24 hours, whereas panophthalmitis, formation of synechiae, perforation of the globe, and even blindness are reported in severe cases [1] [5] [6]. In adults, gonococcal conjunctivitis is usually a result of autoinoculation or orogenital contact, and the clinical presentation ranges from mildly symptomatic to marked light sensitivity (photophobia) and significant purulent exudation of the affected eye [4] [5]. Furthermore, the eye is reported to be extremely painful, and similarly to the neonatal presentation, severe conjunctival swelling and hyperemia are observed. Moreover, corneal ulceration, as well as perforation, can develop in the absence of early therapy [4] [5].

• Prostitute

  He had a distinctive sexual contact history with a prostitute 17 days previously, but there was no evidence of genitourinary symptoms. On the day of admission, visual acuity was 20/40 in the right eye and 20/20 in the left. [nature.com]

• Galactorrhea

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• Calcinosis Cutis

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• Red Eye

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  • Eye irritation • Foreign body sensation inside the eye • Red eye • Affected eye may be difficult to open due to the sticky discharge. • In severe cases, peripheral subepithelial corneal infiltrates may be present which can result in marginal ulceration [optometrist.com.au]

  It is easily treated and therefore a diagnosis not to be missed. 2 CASE HISTORY A discharging red eye is a common presentation to general practice, and is often diagnosed and treated as bacterial conjunctivitis. 3 We were referred a 76-year-old male patient [bjgp.org]

  Red eye Subconjunctival hemorrhage causing red coloration as result of ruptured blood vessel in the eye. Specialty Ophthalmology A red eye is an eye that appears red due to illness or injury. [en.wikipedia.org]

  The differential diagnosis for red eye is broad because many ophthalmic conditions masquerade as conjunctivitis (Table). View this table: In this window In a new window Table. [pedsinreview.aappublications.org]

• Foreign Body Sensation

  • Eye irritation • Foreign body sensation inside the eye • Red eye • Affected eye may be difficult to open due to the sticky discharge. • In severe cases, peripheral subepithelial corneal infiltrates may be present which can result in marginal ulceration [optometrist.com.au]

  Symptoms include lacrimation, mild foreign body sensation, and lid fullness. Histologically, an exudates of neutrophils and monocytes develop in one or both eyes, with edema and congestion of the lids. [histopathology-india.net]

  Other classic features are burning, foreign body sensation, excessive tearing, and photophobia. [amboss.com]

  Patients complain of pink/red eye, mucous discharge, crusting of lashes, lids stuck together, swollen lids, tearing, photophobia, foreign body sensation, and decreased vision. [webeye.ophth.uiowa.edu]

  The symptoms of chronic bacterial conjunctivitis vary and can include itching, burning, a foreign-body sensation and morning eyelash crusting. [aafp.org]

• Blepharitis

  […] right upper eyelid H01002Unspecified blepharitis right lower eyelid H01003Unspecified blepharitis right eye, unspecified eyelid H01004Unspecified blepharitis left upper eyelid H01005Unspecified blepharitis left lower eyelid H01006Unspecified blepharitis [cms.gov]

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  Mild itching can also be a feature of blepharitis, dry eyes and, occasionally, bacterial or viral conjunctivitis. [aafp.org]

  Definition : disease of the eye surface caused by underproduction or changes in the composition of lacrimal fluid or by increased evaporation Epidemiology Very common in the US, especially 40 years Etiology Environmental factors Often associated with blepharitis [amboss.com]

• Excessive Tearing

  Other classic features are burning, foreign body sensation, excessive tearing, and photophobia. [amboss.com]

  They may also have excessive tearing and sensitivity to light. These people may have damage to the epithelium, the layer of cells that covers and protects the cornea. [nyulangone.org]

  Conjunctivitis is usually associated with redness of the white part of the eyes, light sensitivity (photophobia), excessive tearing, ocular discomfort (gritty sensation, itching, burning), and/or discharge. [visionaware.org]

  Enterovirus : Acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis (AHC): an epidemic form of highly contagious conjunctivitis characterized by sudden onset of painful, swollen, red eyes, with conjunctival hemorrhaging and excessive tearing. [hopkinsguides.com]

  Rarer symptoms associated with simple adenovirus viral conjunctivitis include foreign body sensation, ocular discomfort, excessive tearing and sticky eyelids which are worse in the morning. Herpes simplex conjunctivitis is usually unilateral. [intechopen.com]

• Conjunctival Hyperemia

  Differential Diagnosis for Conjunctival Hyperemia (Red Eye) Because of its location (Fig. 1), the conjunctiva is exposed to numerous microorganisms, potential irritants, and allergens, all of which can cause conjunctivitis. [pedsinreview.aappublications.org]

  Clinical features General signs and symptoms of conjunctivitis Conjunctival hyperemia with dilatation of blood vessels (injection) “pinkeye” Discharge and crust formation Chemosis Foreign-body sensation Photophobia Bacterial vs viral conjunctivitis Bacterial [amboss.com]

  Anterior segment examination often reveals mucous discharge, conjunctival hyperemia, and chemosis. Follicular reaction is a key feature of chlamydial conjunctivitis and typically involves the bulbar conjunctiva and semilunar folds. [webeye.ophth.uiowa.edu]

  Regardless of etiology some features are shared: red eye due to conjunctival hyperemia foreign body sensation discharge eyelids sticking (worse in the morning) Conjunctivitis is termed acute if the duration is Q2. [lifeinthefastlane.com]

• Neurologic Manifestation

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• Sexual Dysfunction

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Because the differential diagnosis of conjunctivitis includes numerous bacterial and viral pathogens, data obtained during history taking and findings from physical examination are essential for including gonorrhea in the differential diagnosis. The mothers who gave birth to possibly infected neonates and other adults showing the symptoms should be inquired about their history of sexual activity, and determine if they were potentially exposed to N. gonorrhoea-infected individuals in recent years. The progression of symptoms, as well as their onset, needs to be evaluated as well, and their observation during the physical exam can significantly narrow the list of potential pathogens. In any case, microbiological testing is necessary to confirm the underlying cause. Ideally, the purulent discharge seen in gonococcal conjunctivitis should be tested by performing a gram stain smear (a basic microbiological method that distinguishes bacteria into gram-positive and gram-negative), which will rapidly identify the typical appearance of gram-negative diplococci and an elevated white blood cell count [1] [3] [6]. In addition, cultivation of the exudate is an effective method to confirm N. gonorrhoea as well, while more advanced methods, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) are more commonly used for genitourinary and other types of gonococcal infections [4] [5] [7].

• Gram-Positive Bacteria

  […] treatment of associated pneumonitis & also being more effective than topical in preventing relapse of conjunctivitis A second course of treatment may be required thus monitoring the response to treatment is necessary Also used for treatment of other gram-positive [specialty.mims.com]

• Bordetella Pertussis

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• Borrelia Burgdorferi

  burgdorferi Lyme disease Campylobacter species… … Universalium List of diseases (G) — A list of diseases in the English wikipedia.DiseasesTOC G* G syndromeGaGal Gap* Galactorrhea * Galactocoele * Galactokinase deficiency * Galactorrhoea Hyperprolactinaemia [medicine.academic.ru]

• Eikenella

  There has been one reported case of Eikenella corrodens neonatal conjunctivitis. [5] Infants of low birth weight and low gestational age with clinical signs of conjunctivitis in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) should be evaluated and treated for [emedicine.medscape.com]

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