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8 mar 2021 · The following article outlines an approach to identifying the cause of red eye using history and physical exam findings. Common features of red eye disorders and their respective...
In this episode of C3, we examine the approach to the patient with a painful red eye(s). The causes of a painful red eye range from benign and self-limited to very serious and sight threatening.
There are a variety of causes for a red eye, some are benign and self-limiting while others can be quickly vision threatening needing emergent treatment. Here are some key things to remember about the assessment and plan (the ‘AP’ of SOAP) to help you sort out the underlying cause of the patient’s red eye.
4 sie 2015 · Eye pain with an inflamed, red eye is common and can be readily triaged for a management plan, in most cases by simple examination with a direct ophthalmoscope 3 or pen torch.
A painful red eye. Case study. A man, 75 years of age, presents with a red, painful, watery right eye of 1 week duration. He describes photophobia but says his vision is not reduced or blurry. He was seen at another clinic after 2 days of symptoms and was prescribed topical chloramphenicol antibiotic eye drops.
The cause of red eye can be diagnosed through a detailed patient history and careful eye examination, and treatment is based on the underlying etiology. Recognizing the need for emergent referral to an ophthalmologist is key in the primary care management of red eye.
Redness of the eye signifies ocular inflammation and is most commonly attributable to benign conditions readily managed by the primary care provider. A careful history and physical examination eliciting key signs and symptoms can readily reveal red flags that indicate the need for higher-level ophthalmologic care.
