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Punctate Keratitis

Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the transparent membrane that covers the colored part of the eye (iris) and pupil of the eye.

Symptoms

In summary, keratitis can be caused by: bacterial, viral, or fungal infections dry eyes resulting from disorders of t...

Causes

In summary, keratitis can be caused by: bacterial, viral, or fungal infections dry eyes resulting from disorders of t...

Tests

A case history will be taken and the vision will be tested. Examination with a slit lamp, an instrument that's a micr...

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Antibiotics , antifungals, and antiviral medication will be used to treat the appropriate organism. Broad spectrum an...

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Children and adults who wear contact lenses should always use sterile lens-cleaning and disinfecting solutions. Tap w...

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