Cornea
Fungal Keratitis
Also known as: fungal keratitis, mycotic keratitis, Fusarium keratitis, Aspergillus keratitis, Candida keratitis, fungal corneal ulcer, mould keratitis, filamentary fungal keratitis
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Overview
Corneal infection by fungi — either filamentary (Fusarium, Aspergillus — typically following vegetative trauma or topical steroid use) or yeast (Candida — typically in immunocompromised or chronically diseased corneas). A rare but severe cause of infectious keratitis with high rates of corneal melt and perforation. Often misdiagnosed as bacterial keratitis or HSV stromal keratitis. Topical and systemic antifungal therapy is required under specialist supervision.
What OptoGuide™ covers for fungal keratitis
- Recognition patterns — symptoms, signs, and differentiators
- Don't-miss risks and escalation triggers
- Management tiers with linked Australian therapeutics
- Referral urgency, specialty, and letter drafting
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