Anan Aljawi, Manal Alwazae, Rafaa Babgi, Abdullah M Khan, Rawan Alshabeeb, Mohammed Alamry
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Abstract
Introduction: The aim of the study was to investigate the ophthalmic manifestations and management of a series of patients with monkeypox-related keratitis.
Case presentation: Two cases diagnosed with monkeypox-related keratitis were reviewed. The first case was for a young lady who presented to the emergency room with ring shape infiltration after a history of body rash. While the second case was for a child who presented to the emergency room with a picture of viral conjunctivitis along with body rash; then, he developed ring-shaped corneal infiltrate. Both patients were diagnosed through viral PCR and treated successfully with antiviral therapy.
Conclusion: Monkeypox-related keratitis is a rare but potentially sight-threatening complication of monkeypox infection. Early recognition and appropriate management are essential in order to minimize the risk of permanent vision loss.
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