A rare parasitic infection known as raccoon roundworm has been confirmed in Los Angeles. The infection, Baylisascaris procyonis, can affect the brain, spinal cord and eyes.

Elton John has some unfortunate news to share about his health. "Over the summer, I've been dealing with a severe eye infection that has unfortunately left me with only limited vision in one eye.

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A simple eye infection spiralled out of control for Elton John. Picture: Getty Images In an emotional statement posted to Instagram, Elton updated his fans on his health woes. “Over the summer ...

with antibiotics being another option if the infection spreads. Alongside these, antibiotic ointment is also utilised, as well as common tablets like paracetamol. If you're uncertain, it's best to ...

The “Rocket Man” singer shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday that he’s been “dealing with a severe eye infection that has unfortunately left me with only limited vision in one eye.” ...

An alert has been sounded over five eye conditions ... another option if the infection spreads. Alongside these, antibiotic ointment is also utilised, as well as common tablets like paracetamol.

Eye infections are common and, like the flamboyant performer, easy to spot. Symptoms vary from redness, itching and swelling to pain and blurred vision and can linger for a few days to several weeks.