What is trachoma?

Trachoma is a chronic infectious conjunctival keratitis caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. Trachoma is named because it forms a sand-like appearance on the surface of eyelid conjunctiva. Its main manifestations are photophobia, tears, foreign body sensation, the formation of mucus or mucus secretions, and serious cases can lead to decreased vision or even blindness.

Trachoma inclusions are mainly found by slit lamp examination and conjunctival curettage. Usually, trachoma cannot be diagnosed only by a single eye symptom. It may be more that the chronic conjunctivitis you usually contact will be mistaken for trachoma.

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Precautions:

1. Maintain good hygiene habits: wear sunglasses when going out. Because there may be a sandstorm outside, and the sun is too toxic to the eyes.

You don't need to rub your eyes when you wash your face. If you are staying in a hotel outside, you should pay attention to bringing towels. There are also some public places, such as swimming pools, which are crowded and easy to infect others.

3. Keep a good attitude and a happy mood. The last thing to pay attention to is to drop a few drops of eye drops every day. At this time, keeping a happy mood and a good attitude can also prevent diseases.

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