A small child presents to the pediatric office with a reddened sclera, itchy eyes, and a watery, clear discharge from the affected eye. The most likely diagnosis is

A) viral conjunctivitis.
B) trachoma.
C) bacterial conjunctivitis.
D) either bacterial conjunctivitis or trachoma; further tests are needed.
E) cannot be distinguished between bacterial or viral conjunctivitis so antibiotic treatment is given regardless.


Answer: A

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