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Chlamydial conjunctivitis, also known as adult inclusion conjunctivitis, is a form of chronic follicular conjunctivitis caused by the sexually transmitted Chlamydia trachomatis microorganism. Most common among 15 to 35 year olds; and up to 70% of patients may also have a concurrent genital infection of which they may be unaware.
28 lut 2007 · The adult inclusion conjunctivitis is caused by serotypes D-K. C. trachomatis is the most common cause of chronic follicular conjunctivitis and is also responsible for 20% of acute conjunctivitis cases (Fitch et al. 1989).
Purpose : Inclusion conjunctivitis is a sexually transmitted disease. It is typically caused by Chlamydia trachomatis but may rarely be associated with Chlamydia pneumoniae or Chlamydia psittaci. Diagnosis is clinical and quite challenging with frequent delayed and misdiagnoses.
17 lis 2023 · Chlamydial conjunctivitis, or adult inclusion conjunctivitis, is a bacterial infection. It makes up 1.8% to 5.6% of all acute conjunctivitis cases. It is most common in young, sexually active...
29 lip 2020 · In the management of suspected cases of conjunctivitis, alarming signs for more serious intraocular conditions, such as severe pain, decreased vision, and painful pupillary reaction, must be considered.
17 sty 2008 · Adult inclusion conjunctivitis (AIC) is an underdiagnosed ocular manifestation of Chlamydia trachomatis, a sexually-transmitted bacteria. AIC is one of the most common causes of persistent conjunctivitis observed in clinical practice.
