Fungal Keratitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is fungal keratitis?
A
= infection of the cornea due to yeasts and filamentous fungi
2
Q
What are symptoms displayed for fungal keratitis?
A
- Gradual onset
- Pain
- Grittiness
- Photophobia
- Blurred Vision
- Mucopurulent discharge
3
Q
What are signs of fungal keratitis for candida and filamentous?
A
Candida = Yellow/white infiltrate, ulceration, pus
Filamentous = Grey/White infiltrate, indistinct margins, ring shaped infiltrates
4
Q
What is the referral for fungal keratitis?
A
EMERGENCY SAME DAY
5
Q
What is the management/treatment for fungal keratitis?
A
- Corneal scrape with sterile swap
- Cyclopegia
- Antifungal agents (For candida = amphotericin, For filamentous = Netamycin)
- Reduce topical steroids
