Ultraviolet Keratitis (Snow Blindness)

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Background

  1. High UV exposure can lead to corneal burns w/in 1hr
    1. May also see with arc welders, tanning beds

Diagnosis

  1. Symptoms develop after delay of up to 6-12hr
    1. Ocular pain, foreign-body sensation, photophobia, tearing, conj erythema, chemosis

Treatment

  1. Generally is self-limited and heals within 24-36hr

See Also

High Altitude Medicine

Source

Tintinalli

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