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Tarantula keratouveitis.

P Watts1, R Mcpherson, N R Hawksworth

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, East Glamorgan General Hospital, Church Village, Mid Glamorgan, UK.

Cornea
|June 1, 2000
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Contact with pet tarantulas can cause chronic eye inflammation (keratouveitis) in humans. Prompt treatment with steroid drops can resolve symptoms, but owners should be aware of potential ocular risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Ocular injuries from exotic pets are increasingly reported.
  • Tarantulas possess urticating hairs that can cause irritation and inflammation.

Observation:

  • A 16-year-old male developed photophobia and redness after handling a pet tarantula.
  • Examination revealed linear corneal foreign bodies, subepithelial infiltrates, and anterior chamber inflammation.

Findings:

  • The patient was treated with topical steroids, leading to asymptomatic resolution.
  • However, mild persistent keratitis and iritis were noted four months post-exposure.

Implications:

  • Tarantula hairs can induce chronic keratouveitis, typically self-limiting.
  • Ocular exposure necessitates prompt ophthalmologic evaluation and steroid treatment.
  • Pet owners should be educated on the risks of handling tarantulas.