Fusarium Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the clear membrane that covers the colored part of the eye (iris) and pupil of the eye. It is caused by Fusarium which is a large genus of filamentous fungi widely distributed in soil and in association with plants. The higher incidence of fusarium […]

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Important Guidelines for Contact Lens Users

Friday, August 24th, 2007

Sometime it becomes very difficult for contact lens users to find out a proper guide of handling contact lens. Here are some important tips for successful lens wear and care.

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Truth Behind Eye Care Myths

Friday, August 24th, 2007

We have been hearing some myths about eye care from our childhood and we sometimes are guided by those. So it is very necessary for all of us to know the actual truth behind these myths to take better care of not only our eyes but also that of our children. Some of the famous […]

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AMO Will Begin Shipping Contact Lens Solution After Acanthamoeba Keratitis Outbreak

Tuesday, July 24th, 2007

Advanced Medical Optics Inc. said that it plans to begin shipping a new multipurpose contact lens solution in the first half of next month, returning to the market after recalling its Complete MoisturePlus contact lens solution in May due to significantly increased risk for severe eye infection - Acanthamoeba Keratitis, which can completely damage the […]

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Update: Complete MoisturePlus Contact Lens Solution Causing Acanthamoeba Keratitis

Tuesday, July 24th, 2007

Complete MoisturePlus Contact Lens Solution, manufactured by Advanced Medical Optics, is used for cleaning and storage purposes for soft contact lenses. The solution recently has been found by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to cause a seven-fold increase in a rare eye infection, Acanthamoeba keratitis, affecting those who use it. The infection is […]

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CDC identified outbreak of a serious eye infection called Acanthamoeba

Saturday, June 16th, 2007

Acanthamoeba keratitis is caused by a free-living ameba (Acanthamoeba) a microscopic organism found everywhere in nature.

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You Need to be Careful While Wearing Contact Lens

Saturday, June 9th, 2007

While wearing contact lenses and you run the risk of getting an eye infection. That’s why you need to be careful how you handle them.

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