This bacterial pathogen is naturally found on plants, such as in soil and water, and is a common cause of eye infections in ...

It can be caused by an infection (bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic) or an eye injury. “People who wear soft contact lenses are most at risk from bacterial keratitis,” explains Dr Ionides.

A swab test carried out on a pair of glasses belonging to a contractor from Leightons Opticians has revealed that your ...

Pink eye is an eye infection that may occur due to a virus, bacteria, or allergen. Viral and bacterial pink eye are highly contagious. While the two conditions may look similar, their causes and ...

The agency found "unsanitary conditions in the manufacturing facility and positive bacterial test results ... that could lead to severe eye infections despite the drops labeled as 'sterile.' The FDA ...

In its latest warning letter, FDA raised concern that the company was still producing eye drops with amniotic fluid, even ...

Christine L. Larsen, MD, is an ophthalmologist practicing at Minnesota Eye Consultants where she serves as medical director for the four ancillary surgery centers in the practice. Conjunctivitis ...

Up to 5% of people who have surgery can develop an infection — which can ... 5 million patients in the U.S. Some bacteria can’t be seen with the human eye, which means they may be missed ...

Researchers have isolated 18 bacterial strains from stool from healthy people that could potentially be a more effective treatment for antibiotic-resistant gut infections. The team found that these ...

A UK veterinarian who works with all types of dogs has revealed which breeds he would avoid owning, citing their common health issues that can be costly — and worse yet, result in heartache. Alex Crow ...