First Case Diagnosed in Savannah

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Dangerous Eye Fungus

First Case Diagnosed in Savannah

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WSAV News 3

Monday, April 24, 2006

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A Georgia Eye Institute patient is undergoing treatment for fusarium

keratitis, the same eye fungus infecting close to 200 people

nationwide. The growth can lead to blindness. Doctors say it isn't

contagious between people. Instead, they say it is found in our

environment and can be transmitted to your eye.

They also say these cases have something to do with the Bausch and

Lomb MoistureLoc Product.

Doctor ph Gussler says his patient used it and he is urging

everyone to stop immediately.

He says, " It is really not know the genesis or where it is coming

from. All of the plants where this solution is being manufactured

have tested negative for the fungus, but almost all of the cases

have been associated with this common lens cleaner. "

If your eyes become red or your vision blurry, or if you experience

eye pain, discharge or sensitivity to light, remove your lenses and

call your doctor immediately.