Question

Which is true of viral conjunctivitis?

1) Caused by Chlamydia trachomatis or Neisseria gonorrhoeae
2) Has a mucopurulent discharge
3) Caused by adenoviruses
4) Must be treated with topical and oral antibiotics
5) Caused by Moraxella

Answer 1

Viral conjunctivitis is caused by adenoviruses and has a watery discharge. It does not require antibiotic treatment.

Step-by-step explanation:

Viral conjunctivitis is commonly associated with colds caused by adenoviruses. It produces a watery discharge, which is different from the thick discharge seen in bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics are ineffective in treating viral conjunctivitis, and symptoms usually go away on their own within a week or two.