Abstract: Keratitis is mostly caused by adenovirus infection to the eye. Superficial epithelial infiltrates (SEI) and superficial punctate keratitis (SPK) are pathognomonic for the diagnosis of adenoviral conjunctivitis. There are no specific diagnostic methods and treatments for adenoviral conjunctivitis which has resulted in its incorrect diagnosis and unnecessary antibiotic use. In our case series, study of 10 misdiagnosed patients, 70% suffering with diabetes mellitus healed after an accurate diagnosis of adenoviral keratitis and treatment within 4-6 weeks of regular follow-up. Eye ointment, eye drop, and combination medicines, which are used to relieve pain, can act as the appropriate treatment options for SEI and SPK.
Title: Adenoviral keratitis and treatment in misdiagnosed patients: A follow-up report of the case series
Author: Dr. Vertika Kulshrestha
International Journal of Healthcare Sciences
ISSN 2348-5728 (Online)
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