Al-Marsad Newspaper: An ophthalmologist warned that poor bathing habits can increase the risk of contracting acanthomas.
Ophthalmologist Tina Patel said we should be careful not to wear contact lenses when showering.
He explained: “You can get acanthocyclic keratitis if contaminated water comes into contact with your eyes.”
He explained: “When we encounter Acanthamoeba in general, it doesn’t hurt. However, when the amoeba infects the cornea, this leads to Acanthamoeba keratitis.”
“Although this is a rare infection, it is more common among contact lens wearers. It can have serious complications for patients, resulting in visual impairment or permanent vision loss. In severe cases, a transplant may be required. of cornea “.
Acanthamoeba keratitis can be difficult to detect at first because the symptoms are very similar to other common eye infections and can often be misdiagnosed.
Some common symptoms include:
– Red eyes
Increased sensitivity to light
Severe eye pain
Blurred vision
Constant feeling of something in the eye
