Study of Clinical Features and Management of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 1

Abstract

Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis is a recurrent, bilateral interstitial inflammation of the conjunctiva, of periodic seasonal incidence, self limited character and unknown etiology. It is characterised by flat- topped papillae, usually on the tarsal conjunctiva resembling cobble stone in appearance, a gelatinous hypertrophy of limbal conjunctiva, either discrete or confluent and a distinctive type of keratitis. It is associated with itching, redness of eyes, lacrimation and a mucinous or lardaceous discharge usually containing eosinophils.

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Dr Prachee Nagrale

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Dr Prachee Nagrale (2017). Study of Clinical Features and Management of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 5(1), 15754-15759. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-246357