Question 1

what is better for bacterial conjunctivitis? zylet, tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone)?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Zylet and tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) are very similar they both have an antibiotic - tobramycin and a steroid.  Zylet has a milder steroid than tobramycin.

Question 2

does bacterial conjunctivitis go on its own?

Accepted Answer

Usually: Bacterial conjunctivitis goes away in a few days on it's own. In england, as a rule , they do not treat common conjunctivitis because it is difficult to distinguish bacterial from viral conjunctivitis & both almost always go away on their own. Their reasoning is that the cost of the preparations used for treatment outweighs the benefits. That said, treatment may hasten recovery & limit spread.

Question 3

what is the organism of bacterial conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Many: Staph. Aureus, strep.Pneumonae, and hemophilus influenza are the most common bacterial pathogens.  Others include moraxella sp., corynebacterium diphtheriae, neisseria sp. And enteric gram negative bacilli.

Question 4

does / can bacterial conjunctivitis cause a fever?

Accepted Answer

Yes but becareful: Many things cause fevers and fewer things cause conjunctivitis. A viral infection causing the fever with secondary bacterial conjunctivitis is possible. These need to be examined with a high level of suspicion. Miss-diagnosis of conjunctivitis is common amongst the non-eye docs and the ensuing complications could be detrimental. Please see an eye doctor if you have this problem.

Question 5

can oral keflex be used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Probably yes, but...: Bacterial conjunctivitis normally is treated with antibiotic eyedrops, doesn't usually need antibiotics by mouth. Also most conjunctivitis is viral, not bacterial, and will not respond to any antibiotic. If your doctor prescribed cephalexain (Keflex), take it as directed. If you are diagnosing and/or treating yourself, e.g. with leftover medication, don't do it; see your doctor first. Good luck.

Question 6

bacterial conjunctivitis would you need treatment for this?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Usually treated with antibiotic drops or salve.

Question 7

can i get antibiotic for bacterial conjunctivitis over the phone?

Accepted Answer

Depends on your doc: It's taking a chance diagnosing over the phone. You could get it wrong and treat it improperly. If your doctor has seen you for this multiple times and your symptoms are exactly the same then they may consider it.

Question 8

can bacterial conjunctivitis be spread other than through sexual contact?

Accepted Answer

Sure: We give them the names "fomites" but any object can spread infection by touch if contaminated.  We sometimes see this in households.  Be sure to use your own towel and wash your hand thoroughly.

Question 9

what is better for bacterial conjunctivitis -- zylet or tobra with dexamethasone?

Accepted Answer

Equivalent: These are combination drops with tobramycin, an effective antibiotic, combined with either Dexamethasone or Lotemax (loteprednol) - both effective topical anti-inflammatory steroids.  Any condition for which one is useful, will be handled by the other.  The makers of Lotemax (loteprednol) claim a lower incidence of pressure elevation, but these drops are for short term use and pressure is not likely to be a problem.

Question 10

what is the difference between viral conjunctivitis and bacterial conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

Conjunctivitis : Viral conjunctivitis often involves both eyes and does not improve with oral or topical antibiotics. Bacterial forms usually starts in one eye, is associated with thick colored eye discharge and is treated with antibacterial eye drops or ointments

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