Preseptal cellulitis, orbital cellulitis, pseudotumor, malignancy, trauma. Complete ophthalmic examination, including cranial nerve testing, color vision testing and ocular motility testing. Lumbar puncture may be required if meningeal signs are present. Broad-spectrum intravenous antibiotics are indicated in such severe cases. Oral antibiotics may suffice in less severe infections.
Abscesses require surgical drainage for complete resolution.
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