Increase in Acanthamoeba keratitis
Reported by Promed today after study by CDC is an increase in Acanthamoeba keratitis_ (AK).
This condition can casue blindess and is associated with contact lens wearers exhibiting risky behaviors such as improperly storing, handling, or disinfecting their lenses (e.g., by using tap water or homemade solutions for cleaning); swim, use hot tubs, or shower while wearing lenses; come in contact with contaminated water; have minor damage to their
corneas; or have previous corneal trauma are at increased risk for
infection.