Fungal Keratitis Eye Infection

Fungal Keratitis eye infection is an inflammation of the cornea, the outer area of the eye covering the pupil. It can be extremely painful and itchy. Other symptoms include sensitivity to light, blurred vision and discharge. It is becoming more common with people that wear contact lenses and should be treated immediately.

Keratitis eye infections can be viral, bacterial or fungal. A doctor should be consulted to determine the best treatment. Hygiene should be taken into strong consideration and the sufferer should put all efforts into overdrive, cleaning lenses, keeping your hands clean, replacing solutions immediately, maintaining and obtaining new lenses, replacing equipment on a frequent basis and doctor testing or advice. It is also important not to irratate your eyes with rubbing. It may be necessary to wear glasses until you clear up your fungal keratitis eye infection.

Without treatment permanent damage can occur. A fungal Keratitis eye infection grows slowly and takes a long time to cure. Sometimes, surgical intervention is necessary to remove risks or over ride existing damage. Initial treatment often involves antibiotic eye drops while the doctor waits for the test results. Follow up to examine the eyes should be frequent to ensure a healthy recovery.