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Endophthalmitis

Definition:

Endophthalmitis is a serious condition involving swelling (inflammation) within the eyeball.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Endophthalmitis is most often caused by infection with bacteria or other microorganisms. It can also occur as a rare complication of cataract or other eye surgery.

Symptoms:

The symptoms are:

Decreased vision
Pain
Redness
Swelling of the eyelids

If you have these symptoms after eye surgery, call your doctor immediately.

Signs and tests:

Treatment:

Support Groups:

Expectations (prognosis):

Complications:

Calling your health care provider:

Prevention:

Review Date: 11/13/2007
Reviewed By: Manju Subramanian, M.D., Assistant Professor in Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery, Boston University Eye Associates, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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