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What is the primary cause of trachoma?
What is the primary cause of trachoma?
How can trachoma be primarily spread?
How can trachoma be primarily spread?
What is the first stage of trachoma?
What is the first stage of trachoma?
What is a common complication of trachoma?
What is a common complication of trachoma?
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What is the goal of the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding trachoma?
What is the goal of the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding trachoma?
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What is an effective way to prevent trachoma?
What is an effective way to prevent trachoma?
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Definition and Causes
- Trachoma is a chronic and infectious eye disease caused by bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis
- It is primarily spread through:
- Direct contact with an infected person's eyes or nose
- Contaminated hands or objects
- Flies can also act as vectors
Symptoms and Stages
- Symptoms:
- Redness and discharge in the eyes
- Swollen eyelids
- Pain in the eyes
- Blurred vision
- Stages:
- Infection: Bacterium infects the eye, causing inflammation and scarring
- Trachomatous inflammation: Repeated infections lead to scarring and tissue damage
- Trachomatous scarring: Scarring causes the eyelid to turn inward, leading to blindness
Complications and Prevention
- Complications:
- Corneal opacification (clouding of the cornea)
- Vision loss and blindness
- Prevention:
- Good hygiene practices (e.g., washing hands, face, and eyes regularly)
- Avoiding sharing personal items
- Eliminating flies and other vectors
- Antibiotic treatment for infected individuals
Epidemiology and Control
- Trachoma is a major public health problem in developing countries, particularly in Africa and Asia
- The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to eliminate trachoma by 2030 through:
- Mass antibiotic distributions
- Surgery for advanced cases
- Health education and promotion
- Improved sanitation and hygiene practices
Definition and Causes
- Trachoma is a chronic and infectious eye disease caused by bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.
- It is primarily spread through: • Direct contact with an infected person's eyes or nose • Contaminated hands or objects • Flies acting as vectors
Symptoms and Stages
- Symptoms of trachoma include: • Redness and discharge in the eyes • Swollen eyelids • Pain in the eyes • Blurred vision
- The stages of trachoma are: • Infection: Bacterium infects the eye, causing inflammation and scarring • Trachomatous inflammation: Repeated infections lead to scarring and tissue damage • Trachomatous scarring: Scarring causes the eyelid to turn inward, leading to blindness
Complications and Prevention
- Complications of trachoma include: • Corneal opacification (clouding of the cornea) • Vision loss and blindness
- Prevention methods include: • Good hygiene practices (e.g., washing hands, face, and eyes regularly) • Avoiding sharing personal items • Eliminating flies and other vectors • Antibiotic treatment for infected individuals
Epidemiology and Control
- Trachoma is a major public health problem in developing countries, particularly in Africa and Asia.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to eliminate trachoma by 2030 through: • Mass antibiotic distributions • Surgery for advanced cases • Health education and promotion • Improved sanitation and hygiene practices
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This quiz covers the definition, causes, symptoms and stages of trachoma, a chronic and infectious eye disease caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. Learn about the different ways it's spread and the effects it has on the eyes.
