title: Adult gonococcal ophthalmia.
abstract: It is important to consider Neisseria gonorrhoeae as a possible pathogen in any case of purulent conjunctivitis. Gram stains and cultures should be obtained and appropriate therapy initiated immediately to reduce the potential for severe and irreversible complications.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D009877:Endophthalmitis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006069:Gonorrhea / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans