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inflammation of the cornea with a bacteria!
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∙ 9y agoIt is the inflammation of the eye's cornea due to chemicals that come in contact to the eye. It requires immediate action if alkaline-compound chemicals come in contact in the eye.
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Why does phenol causes chemical burn?
Phenol reacts with the chemical components of whatever surface it is touching, which breaks bonds in the surface and causes chemical burn.
What does the cornea do and what is it for?
what is the cornea and what does it do
What makes wood a chemical change?
Fire burn changes the wood chemical.
Is a leaf undergoes a physical or chemical change?
it depends its physical if you cut it and its chemical when you burn it
Is burning a chemical or physical properties?
Burning is a chemical process. The ability to burn, flammability, is a chemical property.
What is inflammation of the cornea?
The cornea is the transparent portion of the outer surface of the eye, through the cornea enters the light. Keratitis (collective noun for a number of diseases in wich the cornea becomes inflamed) has multiple causes, and there are several forms of keratitis, like photokeratis. That is a (painful) eye condition caused by exposure of insufficiently protected eyes to the UV rays. There are also some other forms of keratitis, wich you can find on the internet, books, etc.
What are the symptoms of disciform keratitis?
clouding and deep, disc-shaped swelling of the cornea and by inflammation of the iris
What disorders are caused by herpes simplex keratitis?
chronic inflammation of the cornea; development of tiny blood vessels in the eye; scarring; loss of vision; glaucoma
What can cause inflammation bacteria viral or fungus in the cornea?
Theoretically, it could be caused by any one of the three, but in fact, it is almost always caused by a virus.
Why does germex hurt when you poke your eye with it?
It has alcohol that can burn your cornea.
Interstitial keratitis?
DefinitionInterstitial keratitis is the inflammation of the tissue of the cornea, the clear window on the front of the eye. The condition can lead to vision loss.Alternative NamesKeratitis interstitialCauses, incidence, and risk factorsInterstitial keratitis is a serious condition in which blood vessels grow into the cornea. Such growth can cause loss of the normal transparency (clarity) of the cornea. This condition is often caused by infections and may cause severe visual problems.Syphilis is the most common cause of interstitial keratitis, but rare causes include leprosy and tuberculosis. Most cases in the developed world occur in patients with fully established syphilis.In the United States, most cases of syphilis are recognized and treated before this eye condition occurs. However, interstitial keratitis remains the most common cause of blindness in the world.SymptomsEye painExcessive tearingSensitivity to light (photophobia)Signs and testsInterstitial keratitis can be easily diagnosed by physical examination of the eyes with slit-lamp examination. Blood tests and chest x-rays will usually be needed to confirm the infection causing the condition.TreatmentThe underlying disease must be treated. Treatment of the cornea with corticosteroid drops may minimize scarring and help preserve the clarity of the cornea.Once the clear covering of the cornea is gone, a corneal transplantation is required.Expectations (prognosis)If interstitial keratitis is diagnosed early and treated effectively, the corneal clarity and thus good vision will be preserved.ComplicationsA corneal transplantation is not as successful for interstitial keratitis as it is for most other corneal diseases. The presence of blood vessels in the diseased cornea brings white blood cells to the newly transplanted cornea and increases the risk of rejection.Calling your health care providerAll patients with interstitial keratitis will be closely followed by an ophthalmologist and a medical specialist with expertise in the underlying disease. Any worsening pain, increasing redness, or decreasing vision should be evaluated immediately. This is particularly crucial for patients with corneal transplants.PreventionPrevention consists of avoiding the underlying infection, and if infected, receiving prompt and thorough treatment and follow-up.ReferencesBarnes SD, Pavan-Langston D, Azar DT. Microbial keratitis. In: Mandell GL, Bennett JE, Dolin R, eds. Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 6th ed. London: Churchill Livingstone; 2005:chap 107.
What precautions should be observed in treatment of keratitis?
Inappropriate prescriptions or over-the-counter preparations can make symptoms more severe and cause tissue deterioration. Topical corticosteroids can cause great harm to the cornea
For a chemical burn you should apply large amounts of blank to the burn?
Wash chemical burn with large amounts of water
Is burn a chemical or a phhysical change?
Chemical.
What chemical will burn when exposed to the sun?
chemical
Is gasoline's ability to burn a chemical or physical change?
Neither - but when it does burn it's a chemical change.
Is herpes simplex keratitis a disability?
No.
