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(H16.8) Other keratitis
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703 157 in individuals diagnosis other keratitis confirmed
Diagnosis other keratitis is diagnosed Men are 3.42% more likely than Women
363 599
Men receive the diagnosis other keratitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other keratitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other keratitis - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features other keratitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other keratitis - what does this mean
Other keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea caused by bacterial, fungal, viral or parasitic infections, or by a combination of these. it may also be caused by physical or chemical trauma, exposure to radiation, or immunological disorders.
What happens during the disease - other keratitis
Other keratitis is an inflammatory condition of the cornea that can be caused by a variety of factors, including infection, trauma, autoimmune diseases, and exposure to certain chemicals or substances. it is characterized by inflammation of the corneal epithelium, which can lead to pain, redness, blurred vision, light sensitivity, and other symptoms. treatment typically involves a combination of topical medications, antibiotics, and/or surgical interventions, depending on the cause and severity of the condition.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Comprehensive eye examination
- Slit-lamp examination
- Corneal scraping
- Gram stain and culture
- Keratoplasty
- Corneal biopsy
- Tear film analysis
- Ocular surface photography
- Ultrasound biomicroscopy
- Optical coherence tomography
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: Treating Other Keratitis
- Administering topical antibiotics
- Prescribing oral antibiotics
- Prescribing topical ophthalmic steroids
- Prescribing topical anti-inflammatory drugs
- Prescribing topical antiviral medications
- Performing corneal debridement
- Performing corneal scraping
- Performing corneal transplantation
- Performing phototherapy
- Performing laser therapy
- Performing cryotherapy
- Performing intrastromal corneal ring segment implantation
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other keratitis - Prevention
Other keratitis can be prevented by avoiding contact with contaminated surfaces, wearing protective eyewear, and regularly washing hands with soap and water. additionally, maintaining good hygiene and avoiding eye-rubbing can help reduce the risk of contracting the disease.