i-Human Week 4 case:20-Year-Old Male with Red Eye – Clinical Case Stud

i-Human Week 4 case:20-Year-Old Male with Red
Eye – Clinical Case Stud




Patient Information

Name / Identifier: 20-Year-Old Male (anonymous for confidentiality)
Age: 20 years
Sex: Male
Setting: Outpatient Clinic with Laboratory Capabilities
Chief Complaint: Acute right eye redness, irritation, and discharge

History of Present Illness (HPI)

 Onset: 2 days prior to presentation

 Symptoms: Redness, itching, burning sensation, tearing, mucopurulent discharge, crusting
on awakening

 Course: Progressive worsening over 48 hours

 Exacerbating Factors: Eye rubbing

 Relieving Factors: Minimal relief with over-the-counter artificial tears

 Associated Factors: Recent exposure to roommate with similar eye symptoms