Keratitis Anular

Anodular keratitis (k. Anularis) Introduction Anular keratitis is an acute infectious inflammation of the cornea of ​​the eye, which can lead to clouding and loss of vision. Typically, the disease is caused by viruses, bacteria or fungi. It can occur at any age, but is more common in children and older adults. This article will discuss the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of anular keratitis.

Symptoms The first sign of aniular keratitis is pain in the eyes, especially in bright light. The following symptoms may then appear:

- redness of the eye; - corneal edema; - lacrimation; - photophobia; - blurred vision; - increased pressure inside the eyes.

Without treatment, these symptoms can worsen and lead to complete loss of vision. If the patient does not see a doctor, then anular keritis can become chronic.

Treatment Treatment of anulian keratitis begins with consultation with an ophthalmologist and diagnostics. The following methods are used for diagnosis:

1. Ophthalmoscopy - examination of intraocular pressure and the condition of the cornea using a mirror and a headlamp. 2. Slit lamp examination - a more detailed examination of the cornea and its surfaces from the conjunctiva. 3. Bacteriological analysis - identification of microorganisms