Chlamydial Infections

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(Third of Three Parts)Neonatal Chlamydial InfectionsInclusion conjunctivitis of the newborn, also known as inclusion blennorrhea, is a chlamydial infection acquired by the neonate during passage through the birth canal. The incubation period is usually five to 14 days. Earlier onset is usually preceded by premature rupture of the membranes.44 In some cases, conjunctivitis observed since the first day of life is later diagnosed as inclusion conjunctivitis. It is likely that most of these cases reflect an earlier conjunctivitis, such as chemical conjunctivitis, preceding the development of inclusion conjunctivitis of the newborn. Credé prophylaxis has no known preventive effect . . .