Ophthalmia Neonatorum Diagnosis and Treatment

Ophthalmia Neonatorum Diagnosis

• A five-day-old neonate presenting with eye redness and discharge is most likely diagnosed with Ophthalmia Neonatorum.

Medication Prescribed

• The midwife prescribed Ceftriaxone and Erythromycin for the neonate with Ophthalmia Neonatorum.

Relevant Maternal History

• The mother's history of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is most relevant to the diagnosis of Ophthalmia Neonatorum in this case.

Treatment for Ophthalmia Neonatorum

• The appropriate treatment for Ophthalmia Neonatorum, as prescribed by the midwife, includes both Ceftriaxone and Erythromycin.

Antenatal Visits

• The number of antenatal visits is significant in this case, as it may indicate the mother's exposure to STIs during pregnancy.

Combination Therapy

• The midwife prescribed both Ceftriaxone and Erythromycin to cover both gonococcal and chlamydial causes of Ophthalmia Neonatorum.