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Keratoconjunctivitis Definition
Common names:
  • Allergic Keratoconjunctivitis
  • Herpes Keratoconjunctivitis
  • Keratoconjunctivitis
  • Viral Keratoconjunctivitis
What is an keratoconjunctivitis?
A person with keratoconjunctivitis has inflammation of the conjunctiva and the cornea of the eye. The eye becomes red, swollen and painful. Keratoconjunctivitis may be caused by allergies or infections. With early treatment, most cases resolve completely. Images

What are the symptoms of keratoconjunctivitis?
Symptoms of keratoconjunctivitis include blurry vision, eye pain, eye redness, a hazy or cloudy cornea, increased sensitivity to light, conjunctival swelling, and eyelid swelling. Images

How does the doctor treat keratoconjunctivitis?
The treatment for keratoconjunctivitis depends on the underlying cause. Treatment for keratoconjunctivitis may include antibiotic eye drops, antibiotic ointment, cold compresses, and corticosteroid eye drops. Images

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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2009  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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