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October 3, 2025Journal of Brown Hospital MedicineOpen Access

Hyperacute Gonococcal Conjunctivitis

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SDSamuel F. DvorakCLClement Lee

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Overview

Case report shows effective treatment of gonococcal conjunctivitis with ceftriaxone and doxycycline, highlighting symptoms including purulent drainage.

Key Points

  • Purulent drainage and conjunctival hyperemia were observed in the patient, leading to a diagnosis of gonococcal conjunctivitis.
  • The patient was successfully treated with ceftriaxone and doxycycline, resolving the symptoms effectively.
  • Initial symptoms also included periorbital edema and pain with extraocular movements, which prompted medical intervention.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial in managing gonococcal conjunctivitis to prevent complications.

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Dvorak et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68e034fdf0e39f13e7fa3503https://doi.org/10.56305/001c.144966
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