June 4, 2011 - posted by Admin,
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Dry eyes occur when your tears aren't able to provide adequate moisture for your eyes. Tears can be inadequate for many reasons. The cause of dry eyes is an imbalance in the composition of their tears... moreDry eyes occur when your tears aren't able to provide adequate moisture for your eyes. Tears can be inadequate for many reasons. The cause of dry eyes is an imbalance in the composition of their tears, not produce enough tears to keep their eyes comfortably lubricated, eyelid problems, medications and other causes, such as environmental factors, also can lead to dry eyes. Dry eyes feel uncomfortable. If you have dry eyes, your eyes may sting or burn. You may experience dry eyes in certain situations, such as on an airplane, in an air-conditioned room or after looking at a computer screen for a few hours.. Dry eyes treatments may make you more comfortable. Dry eyes treatments can include lifestyle changes and eyedrops. For more serious cases of dry eyes, surgery may be an option. less
June 4, 2011 - posted by Admin,
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Viral conjunctivitis is an infection of the conjuctiva by a virus, one of the most common is Adenovirus type 3. Conjunctivitis due to this agent is usually asssociated with pharyngitis, fever, malaise... moreViral conjunctivitis is an infection of the conjuctiva by a virus, one of the most common is Adenovirus type 3. Conjunctivitis due to this agent is usually asssociated with pharyngitis, fever, malaise. Locally, the palpebral conjuctiva is red, and there is a copyous watery discharge and scanty exudate. Children are more often affected than adults, and contaminaed swimming pools are sometimes the source if infection. Local sulfonamid therapy may prevent secondary bacterial infection, hot compresses reduce the discomfort lid swelling, and weak topical steroids may be necessary to treat corneal infiltrate. The disease usually lasts at least 2 weeks. less
June 4, 2011 - posted by Admin,
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Trachoma is a bacterial infection that affects the eyes. The bacterium that causes trachoma (Chlamydial trachomatis) spreads through direct contact with the eyes, eyelids, nose or throat secretions of... moreTrachoma is a bacterial infection that affects the eyes. The bacterium that causes trachoma (Chlamydial trachomatis) spreads through direct contact with the eyes, eyelids, nose or throat secretions of infected people. Hands, clothing, towels and insects can all be routes for transmission. Trachoma is very contagious and almost always affects both eyes. Signs and symptoms of trachoma begin with mild itching and irritation of the eyes and eyelids and lead to blurred vision and eye pain. In the early stages of trachoma, treatment with antibiotics alone may be enough to eliminate the infection. Treatment of later stages of trachoma may require surgery. Untreated trachoma can lead to blindness. less
June 4, 2011 - posted by Admin,
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Gonococcal conjuctivitis is an opthalmologic emergency, because corneal involvement may rapidly lead to perforation. This disease usually acquired through contact with infected genital secretions, man... moreGonococcal conjuctivitis is an opthalmologic emergency, because corneal involvement may rapidly lead to perforation. This disease usually acquired through contact with infected genital secretions, manifested to purulent discharge. The diagnosis should be confirmed by stained smear and culture of the discharge. Antibiotics intramuscular may be used if the cornea is not involved. Topical antibiotics may also be used. In such patients, other sexually transmitted disease such as syphillis, HIV should be considered. less
June 4, 2011 - posted by Admin,
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Bacterial Conjunctivitis is the most common eye disease. It may be acute or chronic. Most cases due to bacterial infection such as Staphylococci or Streptococci. All may produce a purulent discharge. ... moreBacterial Conjunctivitis is the most common eye disease. It may be acute or chronic. Most cases due to bacterial infection such as Staphylococci or Streptococci. All may produce a purulent discharge. There are no blurring of vision and only mild discomfort. The mode of trasmission of infectious conjunctivitis is usually direct via fingers, towels, handkerchiefs. The disease is usually self-limited, lasting about 10-14 days if untreated.