Morax-Axenfeld Corneal Ulcer

Morax-Axenfeld corneal ulcer: causes, symptoms and treatment

Morax-Axenfeld corneal ulcer (or corneal ulcer according to V. Mogach and K. T. H. Axenfeld) is a serious eye disease that affects the cornea - the transparent front part of the eye. This is a rare condition that can lead to blurred vision and loss of visual function if you do not seek medical help.

Morax-Axenfeld corneal ulcer is usually caused by an infection with the bacterium Moraxella spp. This bacterium is a normal microorganism that lives on the surface of the eye, however, if the protective mechanisms are disrupted, infectious processes can occur. Such disorders may be caused by trauma, surgery, contact lens wear, or other factors that damage the cornea.

Symptoms of Morax-Axenfeld corneal ulcer include:

1. Sensation of a foreign body in the eye
2. Very severe pain and redness of the eye
3. Discharge of purulent or cloudy substance from the eye
4. Visual impairment, including decreased visual acuity
5. Sensitivity to light (photophobia)

If you suspect that you have developed a Morax-Axenfeld corneal ulcer, it is important to contact your ophthalmologist immediately. Diagnosis is usually made based on a clinical examination of the eye and, if necessary, laboratory testing of smears from the surface of the eye.

Morax-Axenfeld treatment for corneal ulcers involves the use of antibiotics to fight the infection. The ophthalmologist may prescribe local antibacterial drip treatment and/or systemic antibiotic tablets. In some cases, surgery may be required, especially if deep ulcers are present and complications develop.

It is important to follow all your doctor's instructions and take your medications as prescribed. With early medical attention and proper treatment, the prognosis is usually favorable, and most patients fully restore visual function.

To prevent Morax-Axenfeld corneal ulcers, it is recommended:

1. Avoid eye injury and contact with potentially infectious and irritating substances.
2. Practice good hand hygiene before contact with eyes.
3. Regularly remove and clean contact lenses as recommended by your healthcare professional.
4. If you need to use eye drops or ointments, you should follow the hygiene rules and dosage specified in the instructions.

Morax-Axenfeld corneal ulcer is a serious eye disease that requires immediate treatment. If you experience symptoms associated with this condition, seek medical help. Early diagnosis and adequate treatment will help prevent complications and preserve visual function.

Morax-Axenfeld ulcer (MAU) is a fairly rare eye disease that occurs in young and middle-aged patients, without any concomitant diseases. This is a defect in the corneal epithelium, which develops as a result of a dystrophic process. MAY manifests itself as ophthalmotroptosis, impaired focusing, and limited mobility of the eyeball. Often causes astigmatism. Due to diagnostic difficulties with the timing of diagnosis verification, MAYs tend to delay treatment and deny the presence of signs of the disease, which is accompanied by the development of severe complications. It is necessary to distinguish MAYA from keratitis, pterygium, optic nerve atrophy and other diseases with similar clinical manifestations.

The reasons for the development of MAYA are not precisely known. Characteristic is a hereditary predisposition to the development of the disease. It has been established that MAY often develops as a result of injuries and surgical interventions on the eye.