Abstract
Neisseria elongata has been found to cause serious diseases such as infective endocarditis, septicaemia, and osteomyelitis, and has the potential to cause hyperacute conjunctivitis. This report is of a 34-year-old woman with unilateral hyperacute conjunctivitis. Gram stain showed Gram-negative intracellular and extracellular diplococci as well as Gram-negative rods. Culture and sensitivity revealed Neisseria elongata. She was treated with intramuscular ceftriaxone 1 g daily and responded well.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 47-49 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Asian Journal of Ophthalmology |
Volume | 12 |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |
Externally published | Yes |