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(P39.1) Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis
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4 319 576 in individuals diagnosis neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis confirmed
4 361 deaths with diagnosis neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis
Diagnosis neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis is diagnosed Men are 19.01% more likely than Women
2 570 274
Men receive the diagnosis neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis
2 318 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis
2 043 (0.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 20-24
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 10-19, 25-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 45-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-44, 75-79
Disease Features neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis - what does this mean
Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis are caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal infections of the eyes that occur shortly after birth. the infection can spread to the tear ducts, leading to dacryocystitis, which is an inflammation of the tear sacs. in some cases, the infection can spread to the surrounding tissues, causing swelling, redness, and discharge. if left untreated, the infection can lead to vision loss.
What happens during the disease - neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis
Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis is caused by a bacterial infection that is often contracted during birth when the baby passes through the birth canal. the bacteria can also be spread through contact with an infected person or object. the infection can cause inflammation of the conjunctiva and blockage of the tear ducts, leading to redness, discharge, and swelling of the eyelids. in more severe cases, it can lead to an infection of the tear sac, known as dacryocystitis.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the eyes
- Assessment of the cornea
- Assessment of the eyelids
- Culture of the conjunctiva
- Slit lamp examination
- Imaging of the lacrimal sac
- Tear film analysis
- Tear duct probing
- Lacrimal irrigation
- Gram stain
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms and severity of neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis.
- Administer antibiotics to reduce bacterial infection
- Prescribe topical ointment to reduce inflammation
- Apply warm compresses to reduce discomfort
- Prescribe oral antihistamines to reduce histamine response
- Encourage parents to keep the baby's eyes clean and avoid rubbing them
- Advise parents to use clean cotton swabs to wipe away any discharge from the eyes
- Monitor the baby's progress and adjust treatment as needed
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis - Prevention
Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis can be prevented by ensuring that all healthcare workers practice good hand hygiene, use gloves and masks when handling newborns, and ensure that all newborns are given antibiotics prophylactically at birth. additionally, parents should be educated on the importance of proper hygiene and the need to seek medical attention if they notice any signs of infection.