orbital cellulitis Flashcards
1
Q
risk factors for orbital cellulitis
A
childhood
previous sinus infection
lack of haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine
recent eyelid infection/insect bite
ear or facial infection
2
Q
presentation of orbital cellulitis
A
redness and swelling around the eye
severe ocular pain
visual disturbance
proptosis
ophthalmoplegia
eyelid oedema and ptosis
3
Q
investigations for orbital cellulitis
A
clinical exam
CT with contrast
cultures
4
Q
management of orbital cellulitis
A
admit and IV antibiotics
