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Corneal Ulcer : Causes

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Causes could include:
Corneal ulcers are most commonly caused by an infection with bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasite. Other causes include:.Abrasions(scratches) Foreign bodies in the eye Inadequate eyelid closure Severely dry eyes Svere allergic eye disease Various ...
Source:ADAM
Date:August 27, 2008
Viruses, bacteria, fungi, and a protozoan called Acanthamoeba can all invade the cornea and damage it under suitable conditions. Bacteria from a common conjunctivitis (pink eye) rarely spread to the cornea, but can if untreated.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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