Bacterial Keratitis
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When faced with a red, painful eye with blurred vision that appears rapidly, seeing the ophthalmologist promptly is essential to protect your eyesight. Bacterial keratitis is an infection of the cornea, the transparent layer that covers the front of the eye, caused by bacteria that inflame and can damage this tissue.
Common symptoms: eye pain, redness, sensitivity to light, tearing, a foreign-body sensation and decreased vision.
Common causes: it is usually related to corneal injuries, improper use of contact lenses or insufficient hygiene of them.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist is the one who should assess it, since it is a situation that requires timely care. If you notice these symptoms, do not delay the consultation to protect the health of your eyes.
Data on 325 doctors who treat bacterial keratitis
Which specialist treats bacterial keratitis?
Bacterial keratitis should be evaluated right away by an ophthalmologist, since it can affect the cornea. Find ophthalmologists.
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Doctors specialized in bacterial keratitis
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Ezequiel Diaz Benitez
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Astrid Ordoñez Blanco
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Paulina Matesanz Hernandez
Dr. Jessica Serrano Aguilar
Dr. Bárbara Yañez Cubillos
Dr. Juan Pablo Espinosa
Dr. Jorge Gerardo Martínez Laredo
Frequently asked questions
What is bacterial keratitis?
When faced with a red, painful eye with blurred vision that appears rapidly, seeing the ophthalmologist promptly is essential to protect your eyesight. Bacterial keratitis is an infection of the cornea, the transparent layer that covers the front of the eye, caused by bacteria that inflame and can d...
Which doctor treats bacterial keratitis?
Bacterial keratitis should be evaluated right away by an ophthalmologist, since it can affect the cornea. Find ophthalmologists.