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In Bhopal alone, 100 new patients are coming every day. Conjunctivitis is now also taking the form of corneal ulcer. Know about the causes and symptoms of corneal ulcer here.
Naiduniya, Bhopal (Conjunctivitis Alert). Eye infection conjunctivitis has started spreading in Madhya Pradesh’s capital Bhopal. Every day 80 to 100 new patients are coming to the hospitals here.
Doctors say that conjunctivitis has changed compared to earlier. Now itching and allergy are the biggest reasons for it. In such a situation, being careless about it can be dangerous. Due to its effect, along with vision loss, marks are also being formed on the retina.
Conjunctivitis is now also taking the form of corneal ulcers, which increases the risk of vision loss. In such a situation, if you see such symptoms, seek medical advice immediately. Self-treatment or lack of treatment can be very serious.
Conjunctivitis also spreads through the air
Experts say that conjunctivitis was a common problem earlier. Now it is occurring due to itching and allergy. In this, the eyes water a lot and sometimes there is only itching. Due to the changing weather, both viral and allergic conjunctivitis are spreading rapidly at this time. Now such particles have also come in the air, which are spreading allergic conjunctivitis.
Conjunctivitis cases increased by 20%
The impact of conjunctivitis is increasing continuously. Currently, the number of viral conjunctivitis patients has increased by 20 to 30 percent. It is also seen that if a person comes for treatment today, then four other members of his family also come for treatment tomorrow. – Dr. Nisha Mishra, Ophthalmologist, JP Hospital, Bhopal
Corneal Ulcer Symptoms: Symptoms of corneal ulcer
Red or bloodshot eyes Watery eyes Severe eye pain Pus or other discharge Decreased vision White spot in front of the eye Swollen or red eyelids or skin around the eyes Headache
Corneal Ulcer Reason: Causes of corneal ulcer
Infection Old injury Prolonged exposure to sunlight Poor immune system Improper use of contact lenses Over-the-counter medication Improper use of steroid eye drops Injury to the eye from plant material Bell’s palsy or other eyelid disorders