Contact Lens Induced Papillary Conjunctivitis-Review and A Case Report from Nepal

Authors: Raju K*

Volume 4, Issue 1

Abstract

Aim: To study a case of contact lens complication in the form of Contact lens induced papillary conjunctivitis. Methods: This was a case of a young contact lens user, using contact lenses in the department of Ophthalmology, Dhulikhel Hospital. A detail evaluation was carried out including personal details, chief complaints, vision screening, anterior segment evaluation and contact lens examination. Results: The patient was found to have Contact lens induced papillary conjunctivitis (CLPC). Conclusion: Unhygienic, mishandling and unawareness about contact lens wear may lead to vision threating complications.

Keywords: Contact lens Induced papillary Conjunctivitis; Giant papillae; Soft contact lenses

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