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  • Zoanthid coral reefs, common in aquariums, can release toxins.
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  • A 25-year-old woman experienced eye pain, swelling, and redness after contact with aquarium coral reef fluid.
  • She developed mild corneal epitheliopathy.

Findings:

  • Treatment with topical moxifloxacin and prednisolone resulted in complete resolution within two weeks.
  • This suggests toxin-mediated keratoconjunctivitis from zoanthid exposure.

Implications:

  • Topical antibiotics and corticosteroids are effective for mild toxin-mediated keratoconjunctivitis.
  • Severe cases with corneal infiltrates or thinning necessitate vigilant monitoring for keratolysis.