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Fungal Keratitis

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Fungal keratitis is a serious infection of the cornea—the clear, round dome covering the eye’s iris and pupil. Symptoms of... View Article


Herpes Keratitis

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Herpes keratitis is a viral infection of the eye caused by the herpes simplex virus, best known for causing cold... View Article


Allergies and the Eyes

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Approximately 22 million people in the United States suffer from seasonal itchy, swollen, red eyes. Airborne allergens, such as house... View Article


Dry Eye

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Your eyes constantly produce tears at a slow and steady rate so that they stay moist and comfortable. Some people... View Article


Conjunctivitis

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“Pink eye,” the common name for conjunctivitis, is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the outer,... View Article


Fuchs’ Dystrophy

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Fuchs’ dystrophy is a progressive disease that affects the cornea, the clear dome that covers the iris (the colored part... View Article


Lid Margin Disease (Blepharitis)

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Lid margin disease (Blepharitis) is a common and frequently chronic inflammation of the eyelids. Symptoms include irritation, itching, and, occasionally,... View Article


Keratoconus

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Keratoconus is an uncommon condition in which the dome-shaped cornea (the clear front window of the eye) becomes thin and... View Article