Keratoiritis

**Keratoiritis** is an inflammatory process of the cornea of ​​the eye, characterized by destruction and thickening of its cells. This disease is one of the rarest ophthalmological pathologies and occurs due to a combination of a traumatic factor (primary form), viral-bacterial infection, chemical, mechanical, and thermal damage to the cornea. Keratoiritis includes conjunctivitis (anterior, posterior), blepharitis (inflammation of the edges of the eyelids), and nonspecific (tuberculosis pathology) forms.

The pathogenesis is based on a destructive syndrome, manifested by the involvement of the outer layers of the cornea in inflammatory and dystrophic processes. Keratitis occurs due to traumatic damage to the cornea. They can be caused by various factors such as sunlight, chemicals, dust, bacteria and viruses.

Before keratoiritis can be diagnosed, a number of tests must be performed, such as corneal CT and slit lamp scans, visual function tests, and laboratory tests. Keratoiritis is divided into acute and chronic forms. Acute keratoitis can be caused by infectious factors or household poisoning, and chronic keratoitis can be caused by spending time outdoors at any time of the year. In the first case, the disease is called seasonal keratoititis and is characterized by the appearance of swelling and redness of the eye, and in the second - professional keratoitis or year-round keratoitis.

Treatment for keratoitis depends on its type and cause. The acute version requires the prescription of antibacterial agents, for example, penicillin or erythromycin, along with the local use of antiseptics. Anti-inflammatory drugs are used to relieve swelling. When corneal damage occurs, immunosuppressive drugs are needed.

Chronic keratoitis requires long-term complex therapy, which must be prescribed by an ophthalmologist. The doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory and absorbable medications, electrophoresis, vitamin therapy, local antiseptics, and products based on aloe vera extract. Also, in severe forms of the disease, plasma therapy, cryotherapy and other medical procedures can be prescribed. In conclusion, keratoitritis is a serious disease that requires timely diagnosis and treatment. Detection of symptoms of this disease in you or your loved ones is a reason to consult an ophthalmologist. Only an experienced specialist will be able to prescribe the correct treatment, which will preserve vision and avoid complications. Keratoirtis disease should be treated to avoid permanent damage to the cornea, which can lead to decreased visual acuity.