Eye Infections and Inflammation

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Which of the following is a common bacterial eye infection?

  1. Conjunctivitis

  2. Stye

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Keratitis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is a common bacterial or viral infection of the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid.

What is the most common cause of a stye?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Virus

  3. Fungus

  4. Parasite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A stye is a small, painful bump on the eyelid caused by a bacterial infection of an oil gland.

Which of the following is a chronic inflammatory condition of the eyelid margin?

  1. Conjunctivitis

  2. Stye

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Keratitis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Blepharitis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the eyelid margin that can cause redness, swelling, and crusting of the eyelids.

What is the most common cause of keratitis?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Virus

  3. Fungus

  4. Parasite


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the clear outer layer of the eye. The most common cause of keratitis is a viral infection, such as herpes simplex virus or adenovirus.

Which of the following is a rare but serious fungal infection of the eye?

  1. Conjunctivitis

  2. Stye

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Keratomycosis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Keratomycosis is a rare but serious fungal infection of the cornea that can lead to blindness if not treated promptly.

What is the most common cause of uveitis?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Virus

  3. Autoimmune disease

  4. Trauma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye. The most common cause of uveitis is an autoimmune disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

Which of the following is a chronic inflammatory condition of the retina?

  1. Retinitis pigmentosa

  2. Age-related macular degeneration

  3. Diabetic retinopathy

  4. Retinal detachment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Retinitis pigmentosa is a chronic inflammatory condition of the retina that can lead to blindness.

What is the most common cause of endophthalmitis?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Virus

  3. Fungus

  4. Parasite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Endophthalmitis is an inflammation of the inside of the eye. The most common cause of endophthalmitis is a bacterial infection.

Which of the following is a rare but serious parasitic infection of the eye?

  1. Conjunctivitis

  2. Stye

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Ocular toxocariasis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ocular toxocariasis is a rare but serious parasitic infection of the eye that can lead to blindness if not treated promptly.

What is the most common cause of scleritis?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Virus

  3. Autoimmune disease

  4. Trauma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Scleritis is an inflammation of the sclera, the white outer layer of the eye. The most common cause of scleritis is an autoimmune disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

Which of the following is a chronic inflammatory condition of the lacrimal gland?

  1. Conjunctivitis

  2. Stye

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Dacryoadenitis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dacryoadenitis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the lacrimal gland, which produces tears.

What is the most common cause of orbital cellulitis?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Virus

  3. Fungus

  4. Parasite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Orbital cellulitis is an inflammation of the tissues surrounding the eye. The most common cause of orbital cellulitis is a bacterial infection.

Which of the following is a rare but serious complication of eye surgery?

  1. Conjunctivitis

  2. Stye

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Endophthalmitis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Endophthalmitis is a rare but serious complication of eye surgery that can lead to blindness if not treated promptly.

What is the most common cause of uveitis in children?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Virus

  3. Autoimmune disease

  4. Trauma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Uveitis in children is most commonly caused by an autoimmune disease, such as juvenile idiopathic arthritis or Crohn's disease.

Which of the following is a chronic inflammatory condition of the conjunctiva?

  1. Conjunctivitis

  2. Stye

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Keratitis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Blepharitis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid.

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