Keratitis Overview: Bacterial & Herpetic - Ophthalmology
Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped surface of the eye, that can be caused by bacterial or viral (herpetic) infections. Prompt treatment is crucial to prevent vision impairment.
Key Points:
Symptoms: Redness, pain, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, and excessive tearing.
Bacterial Keratitis: Often caused by bacteria entering the eye through a corneal injury or improper contact lens use.
Herpetic Keratitis: Caused by the herpes simplex virus, leading to recurrent eye infections.
Treatment: Antibiotic eye drops for bacterial keratitis; antiviral drugs for herpetic keratitis.
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