title: Severe generalised hypersensitivity reaction to topical neomycin after cataract surgery: a case report.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Systemic hypersensitivity reactions to topical ophthalmic treatment occur rarely, but when they do they can be severe as highlighted by this case.
  
  
  METHODS
  A post-operative cataract surgery patient developed a severe and generalised hypersensitivity reaction following topical treatment with Maxitrol (Dexamethasone and Neomycin) eye drops. The patient reported a previous allergic reaction to Neomycin.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  This case report emphasises the importance of a thorough drug and allergy history when patients are seen at pre-assessment or clerked in for surgery.
authors.affiliation: Department of Ophthalmology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow, Essex, UK. dociansari@hotmail.com
authors.forename: Imran A
authors.initials: IA
authors.lastname: Ansari
authors.forename: Ernest
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Onyema