What is Fungal Keratitis?  What is the treatment for Fungal Keratitis?

A fungal keratitis is the inflammation and infection of the cornea caused by a fungus.  A fungal keratitis is a very serious eye infection that will often lead to permanent decrease in vision or blindness.  The common fungi that infect the cornea are: aspergillus, fusarium, and candida.  One will experience severe eye pain, tearing, red eyes and sensitivity to light.  Often there is a history of organic trauma to the eye or contact lenses.  Typically a cornea sample must be obtained to isolate the fungi for diagnosis.  Treatment involves antifungal medications and surgery.

Treatment

     Antifungal medications

     Surgery if advance scaring occurs (corneal transplant)