Actinomycosis keratitis

Actinomycosis keratitis (k. actinomycotica; synonym actinomycosis of the cornea) is an inflammation of the cornea caused by actinomycetes.

The disease is rare and develops when actinomycetes enter the eye, most often due to injury. The causative agents are actinomycetes of the genus Actinomyces, mainly A. israelii and A. gerencseriae. They penetrate the superficial layers of the cornea and multiply there, causing an inflammatory reaction.

Clinical manifestations: redness, swelling and infiltration of the cornea, the appearance of serous and then purulent exudate. Ulcers and infiltrates may form. The disease is chronic with exacerbations.

Diagnosis is based on the clinical picture, medical history and laboratory isolation of actinomycetes from exudate.

Treatment includes topical antibiotics, including penicillin, as well as anti-inflammatory therapy. The prognosis is serious due to the risk of perforation and vision loss.

Thus, actinomycosis keratitis is a rare inflammation of the cornea that develops during infection with actinomycetes and requires timely complex treatment.

Actinomycosis keratitis is an inflammatory eye disease caused by pathogenic bacteria called Actinomyces israelii. These bacteria can live in the soil and spread through wounds or microcracks in the cornea. They cause inflammation of the corneal tissue and can lead to its destruction. Actinomic keratitis is one of the most common corneal diseases and can present with a variety of symptoms, including eye soreness, photophobia, redness and tearing.

Like any other disease, Actinomosis keratitis must be treated immediately to avoid further complications and vision loss. Treatment usually includes antibiotics to kill bacteria and the use of ointments or creams to reduce inflammation. A surgical procedure to remove the affected corneal tissue may also be necessary. If keratitis persists for a long time or recurs, corneal transplant surgery may be required if the eye's ability to maintain normal vision is lost.

However, the symptoms of Actinomosus keratitis may be hidden and do not appear immediately, which can lead to a loss of time before starting treatment. Therefore, it is very important to know the signs of this disease and take measures to prevent its development. Some of the signs include redness of the eye, thickening of the edges of the pupil, decreased sensitivity to light, and difficulty seeing clearly.