Vernal keratoconjunctivitis
Moderateहिंदी: वसंत नेत्रश्लेष्मलाशोथ · தமிழ்: வசந்தக் கண் அழற்சி · ಕನ್ನಡ: ವಸಂತ ಕಣ್ಣಿನ ಉರಿಯೂತ · తెలుగు: వసంత కంటి వాపు · বাংলা: বসন্ত কনজাংটিভাইটিস · मराठी: वसंत डोळ्यांचा दाह · ગુજરાતી: વસંત નેત્રકોપ
About this condition
Vernal keratoconjunctivitis is a severe allergic eye condition particularly common in children and young adults in India. It causes intense itching and thick ropy discharge, worsening in hot weather. Needs proper medical treatment with anti-allergy medications to prevent complications.
Common symptoms
severe itchy eyesthick mucus dischargelight sensitivitywatery eyesred eyes
🌦️ summer
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When to see a doctor: within 3-5 days
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Vernal keratoconjunctivitis?
severe itchy eyes, thick mucus discharge, light sensitivity, watery eyes, red eyes.
When should I see a doctor?
within 3-5 days
Is Vernal keratoconjunctivitis common in India?
Vernal keratoconjunctivitis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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