Medical Treatment

Your ophthalmologist may prescribe an eyedrop or ointment to help control the swelling and pain and to help prevent spread of the infection and further damage to your eye.

• Antibiotic eyedrops or ointments may be prescribed, as well as ocular decongestants, anti-allergy medicines, or anti-inflammatory medicines.

• Oral or intravenous antibiotics may be used if a sexually transmitted disease is thought to be the cause.

• Rarely, you may need to be admitted to the hospital for intravenous antibiotics and supportive care.