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Corneal ulcers and infections require early diagnosis and intensive topical treatment
The major culprit causing a corneal ulcer is an infection associated with bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites, according to the National Institutes of Health, and treatment should be prompt, comprehensive, and aggressive to prevent scarring of the cornea.“Important variables in this paradigm are the type and virulence of the organism, corneal infection location, patient immune status and the use of an appropriate antimicrobial agent,” OSN Cornea/External Disease Board Member Thomas John, MD, said.