At birth an infant is treated with antibiotics to the eyes to prevent gonorrhea passed on by the birth canal of the mother.

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This is true. Infants are often treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointment at birth as a preventative measure against gonorrhea or other infections that could be passed on by the birth canal. This is especially important for infants born to mothers who have not received prenatal care or who are known to carry certain infections.

At Birth an Infant Is Treated with Antibiotics to the Eyes