Dr. Ankita Narula, Dr. Mohit Ganesh Bharambe, Dr. Zakir Hussain Laskar, Dr. Tshering Wangchuk
BACKGROUND : Endogenous endophthalmitis is a potentially blinding ocular infection resulting from haematogenous spread from a remote primary source. The condition is relatively rare, but may become more common as the number of chronically debilitated patients and the use of invasive procedures increase. Many etiologic organisms (gram-positive, gram-negative and fungal) have been reported to cause endogenous endophthalmitis along with associated risk factors.
CASE REPORT : We present a case of Endogenous Endophthalmitis in a young 28 year old non-diabetic male with a history of genital lesions in past and describe the general characteristics, treatment and management of this condition.
CONCLUSION : It is important that the family physician be aware of endogenous endophthalmitis because early diagnosis and prompt aggressive treatment are imperative if vision loss is to be avoided. Intravenous antibiotic therapy remains the cornerstone of treatment.