Mycotic Keratitis.

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Mycotic Keratitis.
An opportunistic fungal infection of the eye that
causes ulceration and inflammation, usually
following trauma to the cornea by vegetative
matter, soil or surgery. Prolonged treatment
with corticosteroids may also be a predisposing
factor. Distribution World-wide. Aetiological
Agents Various saprophytic fungi, especially
Aspergillus fumigatus, A. flavus, A. niger,
Fusarium solani and Candida albicans. Others
include species of Alternaria, Curvularia,
Pseudallescheria and Acremonium.
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