Epistemis

Photophobia

Specialty: Otolaryngology.

  • the light bothers
  • photophobia

Why it occurs

  • Uveitis / keratitis
  • Migraine
  • Meningitis
  • Corneal foreign body

Initial workup

Visual acuity and slit lamp; meningeal signs if fever.

red flags

Photophobia with fever, headache and stiff neck → meningitis.

Standard management

  • Treat the cause — p. e.g. uveitis due to ophthalmology

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousVocal fatigue (Asthenophonia)
Area
Otolaryngology
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
1
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