Symptoms of trachoma:
mild irritation of the eyes
a discharge of pus and/or mucus from the eyes
Symptoms caused by repeated infection:
blurred vision
eye pain, often severe
photophobia (sensitivity to light)
as the trachoma progresses to its final stage:
loss of some, and then all vision
The early symptoms of trachoma include the development of follicles (small sacs) on the conjunctivae of the upper eyelids, pain, swollen eyelids, a discharge, tearing, and sensitivity to light.
Trachoma is caused by infection with the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.
Trachoma is caused by chlamydia and is an infection of the eye.
International Trachoma Initiative was created in 1998.
International Coalition for Trachoma Control was created in 1998.
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It is a bacterial infection of the eye.
If the infection is not treated, the follicles develop into large yellow or gray pimples, and small blood vessels develop inside the cornea. In most cases, both eyes are infected.
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She received trachoma when she was 7
The incubation period is about a week.