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What happens after repeated infections with trachoma?
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Repeated infections eventually lead to contraction and turning-in of the eyelids, scarring of the corneas and conjunctivae, eventual blockage of the tear ducts, and blindness.
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How is long term trachoma treated?
Patients with complications from untreated or repeated infections are treated surgically. Surgery can be used for corneal transplantation or to correct eyelid deformities.
Can trachoma be contagious?
The infection is highly contagious in its early stages. Blindness results from recurrent untreated infections.
What are symptoms of trachoma?
Symptoms of trachoma:mild irritation of the eyesa discharge of pus and/or mucus from the eyesSymptoms caused by repeated infection:blurred visioneye pain, often severephotophobia (sensitivity to light)as the trachoma progresses to its final stage:loss of some, and then all vision
What causes Trachoma?
Trachoma is caused by infection with the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.
What are the sources of eye infections?
heres a short list- * Pink eye- conjunctivitis * Blepharitis * Cellulitis * Keratitis * Corneal Ulcer * Trachoma of course there are more list corneal tumers, color blindness etc..... heres a short list- * Pink eye- conjunctivitis * Blepharitis * Cellulitis * Keratitis * Corneal Ulcer * Trachoma of course there are more list corneal tumers, color blindness etc.....
Is trachoma a bacterium virus or fungus?
Trachoma is caused by chlamydia and is an infection of the eye.
When was International Trachoma Initiative created?
International Trachoma Initiative was created in 1998.
When was International Coalition for Trachoma Control created?
International Coalition for Trachoma Control was created in 1998.
What happens if you have 2 infections?
That depends entirely on the infections.
What happens if you do not change bandages?
you get infections (bad infections)
Does having HPV increase your chance of getting repeated yeast infections?
Yes.
Can trachoma be treated?
yes it can
