Clinical question: What is the best treatment for bacterial conjunctivitis?
Results: Topical antibiotics expedite recovery from bacterial conjunctivitis. The choice of antibiotic usually does not affect outcome.
Implementation: Recognition of key distinguishing features of bacterial conjunctivitis Pitfalls that can be recognized in the history and physical examinationChoice of antibioticWhen to refer for specialist treatment.
Keywords: bacterial conjunctivitis; topical antibiotics.