Thursday, 9 March 2017

Neonatal conjunctivitis

Neonatal conjunctivitis occurs during the first month after birth. It is caused by Bacteria, Chlamydia or virus. Infants acquire the infection as they passes through the birth canal during the birth process.
Treatment is 2.5% povidone-iodine solution is useful in preventing neonatal conjunctivitis.

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