Keratitis: Essentials in Ophthalmology

Keratitis is a condition whereby the cornea of the eye becomes infected and inflamed. This book on keratitis discusses the diagnosis and treatment of this disease. Keratitis may be caused by virus, bacteria, fungus, amoeba and parasites. The disease can cause acute scarring in the cornea and doctors advise immediate treatment of this disease. Severe pain, impaired eyesight and photophobia are other symptoms of this disease. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to this field. For all those who are interested in the diagnosis and treatment of keratitis, this book can prove to be an essential guide. Students, researchers, experts and all associated with the field of ophthalmology will benefit alike from this book.