Overview of Bacterial and Fungal Corneal Ulcer
Bacterial and fungal corneal ulcers, known as suppurative keratitis, are a significant cause of blindness, included in national blindness control programs. They result from infections by exogenous organisms like S. aureus, S. pneumoniae, Aspergillus, and Candida. Predisposing factors include trauma,
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Understanding Ocular Herpes Virus: Pathogenesis, Mechanism of Action, and Clinical Features
Herpes viruses are common human pathogens causing both asymptomatic infection and active disease. Ocular herpes, typically caused by HSV-1, presents with symptoms like pain, photophobia, and blurred vision. Factors like UV rays, trauma, and stress can trigger reactivation. Recurrent infections often
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Overview of Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Infections by Nenad Pandak
In this comprehensive guide by Nenad Pandak, various aspects of eye, ear, nose, and throat infections are discussed. The content covers infections such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pharyngitis, otitis media, and sinusitis. It also delves into causes, clinical presentations, and diagnosis of these i
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Advances in Ophthalmic Drug Delivery Systems
This content explores various advanced ophthalmic drug delivery systems including erodible ophthalmic inserts, soluble ocular drug inserts, new ophthalmic drug delivery systems, and bioadhesive ophthalmic drug inserts. These innovative systems aim to provide accurate dosing, prolonged drug release,
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