A 28-year-old contact lens wearer has a painful red eye with photophobia and reduced vision. What is the best action in primary care?...

Question

A 28-year-old contact lens wearer has a painful red eye with photophobia and reduced vision. What is the best action in primary care?

Accepted Answer

Urgent same-day ophthalmology assessment for possible microbial keratitis

Answer

Start chloramphenicol and review in 48 hours

Answer

Start topical steroid

Answer

Oral aciclovir

Answer

No action

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Painful Red Eye (Keratitis risk)