Corneal Ulcers Flashcards
1
Q
What are the causes of conceal ulcer?
A
- Herpes simplex virus 1
- Trauma
- Bacterial infections
2
Q
What commonly causes a dendritic corneal ulcer?
A
Herpes simplex
3
Q
What are the risk factors for corneal ulcer?
A
*Contact lenses
4
Q
What is the treatment of herpes corneal ulcer?
A
*Aciclovir if HSV
5
Q
What is the the presentation of corneal ulcers?
A
- Painful +++
- Red
- No discharge
- Palpable preauricular lymph node
6
Q
What is the treatment of a corneal ulcer that is not caused by HSV?
A
Usually self-limiting and heals
7
Q
What investigations are done to confirm a corneal ulcer?
A
Fluorescein eye stain