Disease: corneal ulcer

First report of Stemphylium lycopersici keratitis, a complex corneal infection case

A 66-year-old man developed a severe corneal infection from a stone chip injury that didn’t improve with standard antibiotics. Doctors discovered the infection was caused by a rare plant fungus called Stemphylium lycopersici, combined with a herpes virus. Using advanced genetic testing (mNGS) to identify the exact pathogens, they prescribed targeted antifungal and antiviral medications along with a corneal transplant, successfully healing the infection and preserving his vision.

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A case of corneal infection with Clonostachys rosea

A 53-year-old patient developed a corneal infection caused by a fungus called Clonostachys rosea, likely from an eye injury. This is the first reported case of this particular fungus infecting the cornea. The infection was successfully treated with antifungal eye drops and oral medications, with the ulcer healing into a scar within one month.

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