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Is microsporidial keratitis a seasonal infection in India?

A K Reddy1, P K Balne, P Garg

  • 1Jhaveri Microbiology Centre, Hyderabad Eye Research Foundation, Hyderabad, India. ashokkumar@lvpei.org

Clinical Microbiology and Infection : the Official Publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
|July 6, 2011
PubMed

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Microsporidia are increasingly causing eye infections. This study reveals that microsporidial keratitis in India shows a seasonal pattern, peaking during the monsoon season.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Microsporidia are recognized as significant emerging ocular pathogens.
  • Ocular infections caused by microsporidia are a growing global health concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the seasonal incidence trends of microsporidial keratitis.
  • To identify any seasonal patterns in the occurrence of this infection in India.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of microsporidial keratitis cases.
  • Epidemiological data collection focusing on disease onset and geographical location within India.

Main Results:

  • The incidence of microsporidial keratitis is on the rise in India.
  • A distinct seasonal trend was observed, with a higher number of cases appearing during the monsoon period.

Conclusions:

  • Microsporidial keratitis exhibits a clear seasonal predilection in India.
  • The monsoon season is a critical period for the onset of microsporidial keratitis, necessitating targeted public health awareness and preventive measures.

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