👁️‍🗨️ Keratitis can be caused by an infection an injury or an allergic reaction 🤧

👁️‍🗨️ Keratitis can be caused by infection 🦠 injury ⚠️ or allergic reactions 🤧
Pay close attention to the symptoms, as early diagnosis 🩺 is the most important step to protect your vision 👀.

⚠️ It is very important to know that using eye drops containing steroids or corticosteroids 💊 without consulting an eye doctor
may lead to worsening of keratitis 😔 or serious complications, especially if the condition is caused by bacterial or viral infections 🦠.

🔍 What Is Keratitis?

Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea 🧿, the transparent front layer of the eye. If not treated early, it may cause corneal scarring ⚠️, blurred vision 👓, or even permanent vision loss 🚫👁️.

🦠 Common Causes of Keratitis

Bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections

Improper contact lens use 👓

Eye trauma or foreign bodies ⚙️

Allergic reactions 🤧

Dry eye syndrome 💧

🚨 Symptoms of Keratitis

Eye redness 🔴

Eye pain or discomfort 😣

Sensitivity to light 🌞

Excessive tearing or discharge 💦

Blurred or decreased vision 👓

Feeling of a foreign body in the eye 👁️‍🗨️

⚠️ Why Steroid Eye Drops Can Be Dangerous

Steroid or corticosteroid eye drops 💊:

Suppress the immune response 🛑

Mask underlying infections 🦠

Increase the severity of viral or fungal keratitis ⚠️

Delay corneal healing ⏳

❗ Steroid eye drops should only be used under direct supervision of an eye care professional 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️.

🏥 When to See an Eye Doctor

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

Sudden eye pain ⚡

Rapid vision changes 👀

Persistent redness or discharge 🔴

Symptoms worsening within 24 hours ⏰

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