Fusarium keratitis is a serious fungal infection of the cornea; the clear, round dome that covers the iris and pupil of the eye. It can cause serious and permanent injury to the cornea, sometimes to the extent that corneal transplant surgery is required.
In mid-2005, an unusual increase in Fusarium keratitis cases among contact lens wearers was observed first in Asia, and then spread worldwide. The cause of the upsurge has been linked to using a Bausch & Lomb lens solution called ReNu with MoistureLoc. The company has since withdrawn the product from the market worldwide, with a consumer recommendation to stop using it immediately.
What is Fusarium keratitis?
Fusarium keratitis is a serious fungal infection of the cornea; the clear, round dome that covers the iris and pupil of the eye. It can cause serious and permanent injury to the cornea, sometimes …
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What are the symptoms of Fusarium keratitis?
While the symptoms may vary from one person to another, they usually include: • Sudden blurry vision • Unusual redness of the eye • Pain in the eye …
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How does one get Fusarium keratitis?
Under ordinary circumstances, Fusarium infections are rare and are triggered by a variety of causes, including trauma (especially when plant material gets into the eye), immune system problems, …
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