Abstract
This chapter discusses noninfectious corneal disorders, caused by an immune inflammation such as phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis, marginal staphylococcal keratitis, peripheral ulcerative keratitis, Mooren's ulcer, interstitial keratitis, rosacea keratitis, etc. Mooren's ulcer, which is considered one of the most severe diseases, is presented with serial photos of follow-ups within 3 years with different complications, management of the condition, and results. A severe case of rosacea keratitis associated with anterior uveitis is included in this chapter too. Thygeson's superficial punctate keratitis case is shown as well, but the disease is very rare in Middle Eastern populations. The material in this chapter also includes filamentary, neurotrophic, and exposure keratitis. A rare disorder like anesthetic abuse keratopathy, caused by topical excess use of anesthetic drops, is presented with before and after treatment photos to illustrate that the condition, if treated appropriately, can leave minimal scarring.
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