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Neonatal conjunctivitis can be caused by a variety of pathogens, most commonly Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Herpes simplex virus is a less common but potentially severe cause of viral conjunctivitis. Infants present with eyelid swelling, conjunctival injection, and discharge. The presentation of different pathogens overlaps significantly, and therefore a thoughtful diagnostic workup is imperative to guide appropriate therapy. Screening of pregnant women for sexually transmitted infections and prophylactic eye ointment for all newborns are critical aspects of preventative care.
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McCoy, K.L., Bultmann, C.R. (2018). Neonatal Conjunctivitis. In: Cantey, J. (eds) Neonatal Infections. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-90038-4_5
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