Unusual finding of two filamentous fungi in a contact lens-related keratitis. Issue 2 (12th February 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Tendo, Chris; Shahin, Bayan; Welch, James
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 14:Issue 2(2021)
• Publication Date: 2021-02-12
• Subjects: ophthalmology -- visual pathway; Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-239085
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : This is a rare case report of two filamentous fungi in a patient with contact lens related keratitis. An early corneal scrape may be useful in detecting multiple causative pathogens and aiding management. The main learning point is to consider fungal infections in patients with atypical ulcer appearances, as prompt diagnosis may reduce the morbidity burden.