Question
Identify the image
| A. |
Disciform keratitis |
| B. |
Geographical ulcer |
| C. |
Dendritic ulcer |
| D. |
Superficial punctuate keratitis |
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Correct Answer � C Explanation |
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Dendritic ulcer is the classic herpetic corneal lesion, caused by herpes simplex virus.
- This photograph has been taken under cobalt blue filter of the slit-lamp after fluorescein staining.
- Fluorescein staining shows an irregular zig-zag, branching corneal ulcer with terminal bulbs.
- This is called a dendritic ulcer, typical of Herpes simplex virus.
Treatment
- 3% acyclovir ointment (5times/day)
- Epithelial debridement
Note:Topical Steroids are contraindicated