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Diseases » Keratitis » Glossary

Glossary for Keratitis

Acanthamoeba: Several conditions from infection with ameba.
Acanthamoeba infection: Infection with a microscopic, free-living ameba that is readily found in the environment - soil, air and water. Most people exposed to the ameba will not become infected but when infections do occur, they tend to affect the eyes, central nervous system or can cause widespread infection throughout the body.
Acanthamoeba infection of the eye: Infection by an amoebic organism called Acanthamoeba. Infection usually occurs when the amoeba enters through a break in the skin or through the nose. Infection can be localized or systemic where it can involve the central nervous system and cause potentially fatal meningoencephalitis. Infection of the eye can occur by cleaning contact lenses in contaminated water.
Acromegaloid changes, cutis verticis gyrata and corneal leukoma: A rare disorder characterized by acromegaly (enlarged extremeties) , furrowed skin on scalp and face and corneal leukomas.
Acromegaloid, Cutis Verticis Gyrata, Corneal Leukoma Syndrome: A rare condition characterized by the association of acromegaly, cutis verticis gyrate and corneal leukoma.
Aureobasidium exposure: Aureobasidium is a type of fungus which is capable of causing a variety of diseases in humans. The fungus is most often found in damp places either inside the home or in the environment. It is often pinkish or blackish. It is a rare cause of disease and is more likely to occur in immunosuppressed patients. It can cause infection in just about any part of the body depending on the nature of the exposure (inhalation, wound, ingestion etc.) and as such the type and severity of symptoms can vary considerably.
Aureobasidium pullulans exposure: Aureobasidium pullulans is a species of fungus which is capable of causing a variety of diseases in humans. The fungus is most often found in damp places either inside the home or in the environment. It is often pinkish or blackish. It is a rare cause of disease and is more likely to occur in immunosuppressed patients. It can cause infection in just about any part of the body depending on the nature of the exposure (inhalation, wound, ingestion etc.) and as such the type and severity of symptoms can vary considerably.
Behcet's Disease: Recurring inflammation of small blood vessels affecting various areas.
Blindness: The inability to see out of the eyes
Blurred vision: Blurriness of vision or images.
Chemical poisoning - Hydroquinone: Hydroquinone is a chemical used mainly in photography developing solution, pharmaceuticals, fur processing, paints, fuel, organic chemicals, plastics, stone coatings and styrene monomers. Ingestion and other exposures to the chemical can cause various symptoms. The type and severity of symptoms varies depending on the amount of chemical involved and the nature of the exposure.
Chemical poisoning - Quinone: Quinone is a chemical used mainly in industrial applications for the manufacture of dyes, chemicals, textiles cosmetics and in the tanning processes. Ingestion and other exposures to the chemical can cause various symptoms. The type and severity of symptoms varies depending on the amount of chemical involved and the nature of the exposure.
Closed-angle glaucoma: A severe form of glaucoma needing emergency treatment to avoid blindness.
Congenital syphilis: Syphilis inherited from mother during pregnancy.
Conjunctivitis: Contagious eye infection
Cornea disorders: Disorders affecting the cornea of the eye
Corneal abrasion: Scratch on the cornea
Corneal inflammation: Inflammation of the cornea.
Corneal ulcer: Sore on the eye's cornea
Dermatoosteolysis, Kirghizian type: A rare condition characterized by a variety of abnormalities including missing teeth, recurring skin ulceration, eye problems and nail symptoms.
Ectrodactyly - Ectodermal Dysplasia - Cleft Lip/Palate Syndrome, Type 1: EEC (Ectrodactyly, ectodermal dysplasia, cleft lip/palate) is a rare inherited condition characterized by split hand and foot deformities of variable severity, cleft lip or palate and teeth and hair anomalies. There are two main types of EEC which differ in the origin of the genetic defect. Type 1 is caused by a defect on chromosome 7q11. The severity and type of symptoms and deformities is highly variable.
Ectrodactyly - Ectodermal Dysplasia - Cleft Lip/Palate Syndrome, Type 3: EEC (Ectrodactyly, ectodermal dysplasia, cleft lip/palate) is a rare inherited condition characterized by split hand and foot deformities of variable severity, cleft lip or palate and teeth and hair anomalies. There are two main types of EEC which differ in the origin of the genetic defect. Type 3 is caused by a defect on chromosome 3q27. The severity and type of symptoms and deformities is highly variable.
Episcleritis: Localised, self limiting inflammation of the episclera (connective tissue overlying the sclera).
Exophthalmos: Protrusion of one or both eyes
Eye conditions: Any condition that affects the eyes
Eye inflammation: Inflammation of the orbit of the eye
Eye pain: Pain affecting the eye
Eyelid disorders: Any disorder that affects ones eyelid
Fungal keratitis:
Graves Disease: is an autoimmune disease characterized by hyperthyroidism due to circulating autoantibodies. Thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSIs) bind to and activate thyrotropin receptors, causing the thyroid gland to grow and the thyroid follicles to increase synthesis of thyroid hormone.
Herpes: Virus with one subtype causing cold sores and another causing genital herpes.
Hypopyon: The presence of pus in the anterior chamber of the eye that produces cloudiness or a colour change in the cornea.
Ichthyosiform Erythroderma, Corneal Involvement and Deafness Syndrome: A rare genetic ectodermal disorder characterized by keratitis, skin lesions and sensorineural deafness. The deafness and skin redness are usually present at birth and the corneas of the eye are gradually destroyed by keratitis which can result in loss of vision.
Ichthyosiform erythroderma, corneal involvement, deafness: A very rare recessively inherited disorder characterized by deafness, eye problems and red scaly skin.
Incontinentia Pigmenti: A rare genetic skin pigmentation disorder characterized by eye, teeth, bone, nail and hair malformations as well as central nervous abnormalities and mental deficiency.
Iritis: Inflammation of the iris and anterior chamber of the eye.
Keratitis Ichthyosis Deafness Syndrome: A rare genetic ectodermal disorder characterized by keratitis, skin lesions and sensorineural deafness. The deafness and skin redness are usually present at birth and the corneas of the eye are gradually destroyed by keratitis which can result in loss of vision.
Mayapple poisoning: The Mayapple is a small flowering plant which is often found growing naturally. It bears small single flowers and apple-like fruit which turns yellow when ripe. The unripe fruit and leaves contain a chemical called podophyllin which can cause poisoning if eaten. The plant is considered highly toxic and death can occur if sufficient quantities are eaten. The leaves, roots and unripe fruit are toxic but the ripe fruit is edible. The plant has been used to treat venereal warts.
Nosocomial infections: Any infection that originates in a hospital
Oligodontia, keratitis, skin ulceration and arthroosteolysis: A rare condition characterized by a variety of abnormalities including missing teeth, recurring skin ulceration, eye problems and nail symptoms.
Phosgene oxime - eye exposure: Phosgen oxime has no useful purpose but may be manufactured for use as a chemical weapon. Eye exposure to the chemicals can cause potentially serious complications such as blindness. The severity of symptoms will vary depending on the extent and duration of the exposure.
Phosgene oxime exposure: Phosgene oxime has no useful purpose but may be manufactured for use as a chemical weapon. The chemical is poisonous and exposure can occur through ingestion, inhalation and absorption through the skin. Symptoms will vary depending on the method of exposure, degree of exposure and duration of exposure. The chemical can penetrate clothing.
Photophobia: An exaggerated or irrational fear of light.
Red eye: Redness of the eyes
Reiter’s syndrome: A form of reactive arthritis characterized by arthritis, urethritis, conjunctivitis and skin lesions.
Scleritis: Inflammation of the white part of eyeball
Senter syndrome: A rare genetic ectodermal disorder characterized by ichthyosiform erythroderma and sensorineural deafness.
Sjogren's Syndrome: Autoimmune disease damaging the eye tear ducts and other glands.
Staphylococcal infection: Any infection caused by the bacteria staphylococcal
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: A rare but serious condition involving inflammation and blistering of the skin and mucous membranes. It is believed to be an allergic reaction that can occur in response to some drugs or infectious diseases.
Streptococcal Infections: Various "strep" bacterial infections.
Trachoma: Chronic bacterial eye condition in the developing world
Uveitis: A condition which is characterised by the inflammation of the uvea of the eye
Vitamin A deficiency: Dietary deficiency of vitamin A
Watery eye: Watering or tearing eyes