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Corneal Ulcer

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Photophobia - Fear of lights due to pain & irritation.

Purulent - Associated with pus.

Xerosis - Drying.

Edema - Swelling.

Slit lamp table - Top microscope for examining the eye.

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Posted by:  tobaemmanuel(Guest)  Posted on: 06/11/2009
CAN CORNEAL ULCER RESULTS IN PERMANENT BLINDNESS




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