Anon - Thanks for your question and for seeking more information.
Keratitis is the medical term for inflammation of the cornea, and has many causes, including infection, dry eyes, physical injury, chemical injury, and also underlying medical diseases. Treatments vary, and you can learn more about them at this link: http://www.medicinenet.com/keratitis/article.htm
Getting a second opinion from a board certified ophthalmologic specialist who is an expert in this condition will be helpful in determining the cause and other treatment options. You may want to view the doctor's credentials on their practice website prior to your appointment to be sure you are getting the expertise you need. If you feel you may have an underlying health condition that contributed to the Keratitis be sure to provide that information during your appointment. Be sure to bring with you a list of all of the treatments you've had so far.
Your GP is correct, this type of condition is best handled by an ophthalmologist. Let us know how your appointment goes, we wish you well.
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Anon - Thanks for your question and for seeking more information.
Keratitis is the medical term for inflammation of the cornea, and has many causes, including infection, dry eyes, physical injury, chemical injury, and also underlying medical diseases. Treatments vary, and you can learn more about them at this link: http://www.medicinenet.com/keratitis/article.htm
Getting a second opinion from a board certified ophthalmologic specialist who is an expert in this condition will be helpful in determining the cause and other treatment options. You may want to view the doctor's credentials on their practice website prior to your appointment to be sure you are getting the expertise you need. If you feel you may have an underlying health condition that contributed to the Keratitis be sure to provide that information during your appointment. Be sure to bring with you a list of all of the treatments you've had so far.
Your GP is correct, this type of condition is best handled by an ophthalmologist. Let us know how your appointment goes, we wish you well.
Take care,
January 11, 2011 - 6:55pmPat
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