Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea (the clear, front part of the eye) and is often caused by an infection. Bacteria, viruses, amoeba, and fungi can all cause keratitis. Fungal keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea that is caused by a fungus. Types of fungi that have been known to cause fungal keratitis include:
- Fusarium species
- Aspergillus species
- Candida species
Fusarium and Aspergillus species live in the environment, often in association with plant matter. Candida species are some of the microorganisms that normally live on human skin and mucous membranes. Although fungal keratitis can be a serious condition, it is very rare.
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Photomicrograph showing conidiophores and conidia of the fungus Fusarium verticillioides
Fungal Keratitis Topics
Definition
What is Fungal Keratitis?
Symptoms
Eye pain, blurred vision…
Risk & Prevention
Who gets it and how it can be prevented…
Causes
Eye trauma, plant matter…
Diagnosis & Testing
See your health care provider, sample tissue, clinical diagnosis…
Treatment & Outcomes
Antifungal treatment, resolution of symptoms…
Additional Information
Resources and publications…
Statistics
Incidence, surveillance…
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