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Fungal Eye Infection Spreading in US

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Default Fungal Eye Infection Spreading in US

An outbreak of a fungal eye infection, typically showing up in soft contact lens wearers has the Centers for Disease Control working with local officials to determine the cause.

Although there is a concern because the fungus can cause great harm to vision if left untreated, this outbreak is not a cause for alarm. The fungus is not contagious.

It is unknown yet whether this unprecedented outbreak in the United States is in any way linked to the outbreaks in Asia.

Dr. Eduardo C. Alfonso, an eye surgeon and chairman of ophthalmology at University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, says, "We have no idea why this is happening to contact lens wearers."

Alfonso says, "I'm getting phone calls almost every hour from people around the country seeing infections among people wearing contact lenses."

This year alone, 21 infections have been seen, which is typically the total for an entire year at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.

However, several research projects are already underway within the last month across the country.

Alfonso said that the Johns Hopkins University eye specialists are tracking the outbreaks that could affect soft contact lens wearers.

The key to avoid the fungus is good hygiene. Regular washing of the hands and lenses as instructed and appropriate storage should be followed.

Symptoms to watch for are sudden blurred vision, sudden pain, or redness and irritation. If any of these symptoms persist after discontinuing lens wear, contact your ophthalmologist immediately.

The fungal condition can be treated with an anti-fungal drug to avoid any permanent damage to the eyes.
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