Choriorenitis Flashcards

1
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What is choriorenitis?

A

Inflammation of choroid and retina

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Causes of choriorenitis?

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  • Toxoplasma gondi (cats and raw meat)

- Toxocara capis (worm) (affects cats and dogs and unable to replicate so remains in immature form)

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Presnetation of choriorenitis?

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  • Floating black spots
  • Blurred vision
  • Pain or redness in eye
  • Sensitivity to light
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Investigation for choriorenitis?

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Serology for toxoplasma/toxocara

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Treatment of chorioretinitis?

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Toxocara capis is self-limiting

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