Question

A 30-year-old presents with acute red eye, photophobia, and blurred vision. Fluorescein shows no abrasion; consensual pain present. Likely diagnosis and action?

Accepted Answer

Acute anterior uveitis-urgent ophthalmology assessment

Answer

Bacterial conjunctivitis-chloramphenicol only

Answer

Herpes simplex keratitis-topical steroid in primary care

Answer

Subconjunctival haemorrhage-reassure

Answer

Angle-closure glaucoma-routine optician review

Practice question

A 30-year-old presents with acute red eye, photophobia, and blurred vision. Fluorescein shows no abrasion; consensual pain present. Likely diagnosis and action?