Periorbital cellulitis and eyelid abscess as ocular manifestations of melioidosis: a report of three cases in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo

We describe ocular manifestations in 3 patients diagnosed with culture-confirmed melioidosis in Kapit, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo. Melioidosis affecting the eye can present as periorbital cellulitis and eyelid abscess. High clinical suspicion and early empirical treatment were crucial to a successful outcome. Surgical drainage of the abscess was an important part of management beyond standard antimicrobial therapy.
Source: IDCases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research