Question

Describe an eye or ear condition utilizing proper medical terminology and discuss 2 common treatments for that condition. Respond to at least one other learner.

Answer 1

ANSWER.

* Eye condition.

          * Bacterial conjunctivitis.

               * It is the inflammation of conjunctiva caused by a bacterial infection.

               * Common bacteria which cause bacterial conjunctivitis include streptococcus

                 pneumonia,pseudomonas aerogenosa,staphylococcus aureus etc.

          Signs and symptoms.

                  * Burning eyes.

                  * Redness over the white color area (sclera)of the eye.

                  * excessive tearing.

                  * Conjunctival swelling.

                  * Visual disturbances.

                  * Yellow discharges from the eyes.

                  * Itching of the eyes.

      Treatment.

              * Administration of ophthalmic antibiotic eye drops(eg; Polytrim,gentamicin).

              * Administration of ophthalmic antibiotic ointments.(eg;Ciprofloxacin.bacitracin)