Dr. K.S.KUMAR

Abstract

Aim To report a rare case of ocular brucellosis in a young lady

Materials and methods a 21 year old lady presented with recurrent episodes of bilateral redness, smarting and photoaversion over the past 5-6 months that was treated with various drops to no avail. She had been investigated for uveitis with no contributory outcomes.She had episcleral congestion with mild corneal infiltrates OU and a string of pearl pattern of vitreous exudates. Systemic examination was normal

Results as the patient was a hostelite, it was decided to check for brucella titres and the same was positive with the patient giving a history of consuming raw milk oral medication for systemic brucellosis was given with Doxycycline with complete regression of all ocular signs

Conclusion a possibility of ocular brucellosis must be kept in mind when dealing with nondescript ocular inflammation