Trachoma

One of the most frequent causes of preventable blindness in developing countries is trachoma. It was named as one of the seven most prevalent tropical illnesses that are treatable with drugs. Most often, those who live in areas without access to clean water or basic sanitary facilities are its victims.

Pathogenesis

The keratoconjunctivitis known as trachoma is mucopurulent. In the upper palpebral conjunctiva, there is an inflammatory and follicular reaction. C. trachomata’s can potentially infect extra ocular mucous tissues including the nasopharynx. The diagnosis appears to be supported by common clinical symptoms in an endemic region.

Clinical Presentation

The most frequent reason for red, itchy eyes is allergic conjunctivitis. There may also be insufficient mucosal discharge and a papillary reaction on the conjunctiva. The symptoms of viral conjunctivitis include burning eyes and a feeling of a foreign body. On inspection, tender pre-auricular lymph nodes may also be visible.

Management

The most frequent reason for red, itchy eyes is allergic conjunctivitis. There may also be insufficient mucosal discharge and a papillary reaction on the conjunctiva. The symptoms of viral conjunctivitis include burning eyes and a feeling of a foreign body. On inspection, tender pre-auricular lymph nodes may also be visible.

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