21. EMedicine - Trachoma : Article By Denise Mabey, FRCOphth, MBBS trachoma trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness andpreventable blindness globally. This disease is the leading http://www.emedicine.com/OPH/topic118.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Ophthalmology Infectious Disease Trachoma Last Updated: April 17, 2001 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Denise Mabey, FRCOphth, MBBS , Consulting Staff, Department of Ophthalmology, St Thomas Hospital of London Coauthor(s): Hugh Taylor, MD , Managing Director of the Center for Eye Research, Ringland Anderson Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Melbourne in Australia Editor(s): Anastasios J Kanellopoulos, MD , Assistant Program Director, Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, New York University; Donald S Fong, MD, MPH , Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, UCLA School of Medicine; Consulting Physician, Department of Ophthalmology, Southern California Permamente Medical Group; Christopher J Rapuano, MD

22. Trachoma trachoma How to prevent trachoma and blindness. International Eye Foundation trachoma One-page factsheet. trachoma - Brief, technical clinical definition. http://www.ability.org.uk/Trachoma.html

"see the ability, not the disability" You to can help support the Ability Project by: Our Aims ... Z Trachoma How to prevent trachoma and blindness International Eye Foundation: Trachoma - One-page factsheet International Trachoma Initiative - information on trachoma. Sight Savers International - Charity devoted to helping the blind, and preventing and curing eye diseases and blindness. Trachoma - Brief, technical clinical definition. Trachoma - Report from Hellen Keller International. Trachoma - The world's leading preventable cause of blindness. Trachoma Treatment and Prevention - A wide range of Trachoma information concerning treatment, prevention, diagnosis, email groups, support groups, personal stories, and much more. Updated regularly. WHO Alliance for the Global Elimination of Trachoma - "Elimination of blinding trachoma from the globe by the year 2020." Webmaster . Site Design by Ability "see the ability, not the disability" Acknowledgments

23. Physicians & Students/ Trachoma trachoma. The signs of trachoma are usually more severe and more frequentlypresent in the superior half of the cornea rather than the lower. http://www.eyeweb.org/trachoma.htm

Trachoma by Shady Awwad, MD Epidemiology: World leading cause of preventable blindness Definition: Infection caused by serotypes A,B,Ba, and C of Chlamydia trachomatis It is the disease of the under-priviledged populations with poor condition and hygiene. The main vector is the common fly Presentation: Usually bilateral During childhood: Bulbar and conjunctival follicles and diffuse inflammation with papillae Chronic inflammation leading to conjunctival scarring +/- Trichiasis with corneal complications like scarring in older children and adults. WHO classification: TF : Trachomatous follicular reaction of more than 5 follicles larger than 0.5 mm on the upper tarsus TI : associated thickening due to infiltration and papillary hypertrophy obscuring 50% of the large deep tarsal vessels TS : conjunctival scarring( feathered bands seen on the upper palpebral conjunctiva) TT : Trichiasis or entropion CO Clinical findings: Course: Initially a chronic follicular conjunctivitis of childhood that progresses to conjunctival scarring.

24. Trachoma . trachoma is a major cause of blindness in theworld. It is found in the Far East, as well as countries with desert climates.......trachoma. Definition. http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00068660.html

Main Search Index Definition Description Causes ... Resources Trachoma Definition Trachoma, which is also called granular conjunctivitis or Egyptian ophthalmia, is a contagious, chronic inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eyes, caused by Chlamydia trachomatis . It is characterized by swelling of the eyelids, sensitivity to light, and eventual scarring of the conjunctivae and corneas of the eyes. Description Trachoma is a major cause of blindness in the world. It is found in the Far East, as well as countries with desert climates. In the United States, it is most common among certain Native Americans and in parts of Appalachia. The infection is highly contagious in its early stages. Blindness results from recurrent untreated infections. The conjunctiva is the clear mucous membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and covers the white part (sclera) of the eye. Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva. Trachoma is caused by C. trachomatis , a parasitic organism closely related to bacteria. It is transmitted by insects, by hand-to-eye contact, or by the sharing of infected handkerchiefs or towels. The incubation period is about a week. The early symptoms of trachoma include the development of follicles (small sacs) on the conjunctivae of the upper eyelids

25. Trachoma trachoma. WHO Alliance for the Global Elimination of trachoma Eliminationof blinding trachoma from the globe by the year 2020. http://www.health-nexus.com/trachoma.htm

Health-Nexus.Net Health-Nexus.Org The #1 Health information site Home ... Up Search Health-Nexus for: Match ALL words Match ANY word Email this page to a friend ! Post a question or comment on our Message Board Home Page Health Specialties Health News ... Alternative Health Options Substance Abuse Animal Health Search: Books Magazines Video Keywords: Find it Here Trachoma International Trachoma Initiative (ITI), eliminating blindness from trachoma - The International Trachoma Initiative, founded by Pfizer Inc and The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation, is dedicated to eliminating the world's leading cause of preventable blindness. WHO Alliance for the Global Elimination of Trachoma - Elimination of blinding trachoma from the globe by the year 2020. FEATURES - Trachoma - Trachoma attacks one person at a time. But it is a community disease. And it is the community that must make a commitment to treatment and control. Trachoma Treatment and Prevention - A wide range of Trachoma information concerning treatment, prevention, diagnosis, email groups, support groups, personal stories, and much more. Updated regularly.

26. Trachoma trachoma. trachoma (tr* ko m*) is a chronic infection of the thin membrane that coversthe front of the eye (conjunctiva). Q What are the symptoms of trachoma? http://www.rush.edu/worldbook/articles/020000a/020000152.html

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29. HKW - Trachoma YOUR LOCATION HOME PROGRAMS WHAT WE DO trachoma. trachoma. Helen KellerInternational's trachoma Site trachoma. Training and Community Education. http://www.hkworld.org/programs/what/trachoma.html

YOUR LOCATION: HOME PROGRAMS WHAT WE DO TRACHOMA Helen Keller International's Trachoma Site The Trachoma department deals with the leading cause of preventable blindness, which first makes itself known in childhood. After 15-20 years trichiasis causes the eyelashes to turn inward and repeatedly scratch the surface of the cornea, resulting in permanent scarring. Vision is diminished and - if left untreated - results in permanent blindness. The simple surgical procedure that corrects trichiasis has a success rate of 80%. For those in the early stages of trachoma, a course of tetracycline ointment or an oral dose of the medication Zithromaxê will stop the infection. Since trachoma is spread through a cycle of infection and re-infection, often from mother to child and back again, its long-term elimination as a public health threat is dependent on preventive measures. Basic facial hygiene using small quantities of clean water is the first means of combating trachoma. This seems like a simple task, but in many communities, it requires extra effort since water is in short supply. In many cases, people must walk a great distance to obtain water. In 1997 the World Health Organization invited Helen Keller International to play a major role in the Global Alliance for the Elimination of Trachoma as a Cause of Blindness by the Year 2020, or "GET 2020." The international strategy for GET 2020 is based on four activities field-tested by Helen Keller International among others and grouped under the acronym SAFE: Surgery, Antibiotics, Clean Faces and Environmental Change. Since that time, Helen Keller International has continued to execute trachoma control projects in the Africa and Asia-Pacific regions where it is most prevalent. These projects include many creative and groundbreaking methods for disseminating health interventions including women's literacy projects, school health initiatives and information technology strategies.

30. Trachoma trachoma. Definition trachoma is an eye infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis,which may result in chronic scarring and blindness if left untreated. http://www.pennhealth.com/ency/article/001486.htm

Disease Injury Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Trachoma Definition: Trachoma is an eye infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis which may result in chronic scarring and blindness if left untreated. Alternative Names: Granular conjunctivitis; Egyptian ophthalmia Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Trachoma is caused by infection with the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis . It has an incubation period of 5 to 12 days and begins slowly as conjunctivitis (irritation near the eye, "pink eye"), which if untreated may become chronic and lead to scarring. If the eyelids are severely irritated, the eyelashes may turn in and rub against the cornea. This can cause eye ulcers, further scarring, visual loss, and even blindness Trachoma occurs worldwide primarily in rural settings in developing countries. It frequently affects children, although the consequences of scarring may not be evident until later in life. While trachoma is rare in the United States, certain populations marked by poverty, crowded living conditions, and/or poor hygiene are at higher risk for this illness. Trachoma is acquired via direct contact with eye or nose-throat secretions from affected individuals or by contact with inanimate objects which are contaminated with these secretions, such as towels or clothes. In addition, certain flies which have fed on these secretions can transmit trachoma.

31. Trachoma trachoma trachoma, The diagnosis of trachoma is based on clinicalassessment. Chlamydia trachomatis esp, Conjunctival swab, fluid http://www.rcpa.edu.au/pathman/trachoma.htm

Trachoma Trachoma The diagnosis of trachoma is based on clinical assessment. Chlamydia trachomatis esp Conjunctival swab, fluid with scraping for DFA testing for chlamydia may be appropriate where there is doubt about the diagnosis or when secondary bacterial keratitis is thought to be present. Serotypes A,B,C Secondary bacterial keratitis

32. Trachoma trachomaGeneral Information What is trachoma? trachoma is an infectious disease,which affects mainly the mucous membranes of the eye and eyelids. http://www.kkesh.med.sa/trachoma.htm

King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital Cataract Glaucoma Trachoma Amblyopia ... Diabetes Trachoma-General Information: What is Trachoma? Trachoma is an infectious disease, which affects mainly the mucous membranes of the eye and eyelids. Most people get this infection from other members of the family, usually as children. If not treated the disease quietly damages the eye over the course of many years. Commonly the only symptoms may be itching or burning of the eyes. In late stages, trachoma can cause the eyelashes to turn in and rub against the eye, which might lead to recurrent infection and at the end corneal scar formation and decreased vision. Trachoma is difficult to treat as: - Patients have only mild eye discomfort and may not go early enough to the doctor for treatment. - The germ which causes trachoma is hard to kill and it must be treated with medicines for a long time: a few weeks with pills by mouth; or, by ointment. Some people may forget to take their eye medicine this long. If only one member of the household is treated and cured, he or she may acquire the disease again from another member of the family who was not treated. What can you do to successfully free yourself and your family from trachoma and help to conquer this disease in the Kingdom?

33. Trachoma trachoma, www.StudentHealth.co.uk. trachoma is the second commonest cause of blindnessworldwide, affecting an estimated 150 million people, mostly children. http://www.studenthealth.co.uk/leaflets/Trachoma.htm

Trachoma www.StudentHealth.co.uk Trachoma is the second commonest cause of blindness worldwide, affecting an estimated 150 million people, mostly children. It is an infection caused by the organism Chlamydia trachomatis which affects the conjunctiva (the covering of the front of the eye). The infection causes damage and subsequent scarring. Trachoma occurs in impoverished areas of the world and is probably associated with close personal contact, and may also be related to facial contact with flies. The incidence of disease may be reduced by paying attention to hygiene (such as face washing) and by early recognition and treatment of the disease. For further information see the clinical review article in the BMJ ( http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/323/7306/218) Dr. C Watson Reviewed Jul 01 Click it better with StudentHealth.co.uk Information provided on this site is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and his/her existing physician. If you are in any way concerned about your health always consult your own medical advisor. StudentHealth.co.uk cannot be held responsible or liable for incidental, consequential or

34. Prevention Of Blinding Trachoma |BBC World Service Trust | BBC World Service Prevention of Blinding trachoma trachoma is the world's leading causeof preventable blindness. It turned out they had trachoma. http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/us/trust/020306_trachoma.shtml

Front Page WORLD News Sport Business Entertainment ... Site Map REGIONS Africa Americas Asia-Pacific Europe ... South Asia SERVICES About Us Contact Us Help Text Only ... Mobile/PDAs You are in: Home World Service Trust Prevention of Blinding Trachoma Keeping face and eyes clean is a key element to preventing the disease Trachoma is the world's leading cause of preventable blindness. Almost 6 million people are blind world-wide due to the disease and almost 10% of the world's population are at risk of blindness or severe visual impairment if the disease is not controlled. The campaign In 2001, the BBC World Service Trust organised a health communications campaign to support the elimination of blinding trachoma in Ghana. The campaign was implemented with the support of the International Trachoma Initiative (ITI), in partnership with national radio broadcasters. After hearing one of our dramas, a few people went to the eye hospital with eye complaints. It turned out they had trachoma. People in the village now tease each other about poor cleanliness and how it can lead to trachoma. Madhu Acharya, Senior Radio Producer, Nepal

35. Trachoma Biological Environment trachoma. trachoma is caused by the parasitic bacteriumChlamydia trachomatis which grows only within cells of the eyelid. http://www.historyoftheuniverse.com/trachoma.html

Basic Information Further Information Other Hotu Pages Questions, Answers, Comments Biological Environment This site tells the story of the history of the universe. Click Earlier and Later to follow the story. Note: Many facts have been simplified to make them easier to understand. This chronic inflammatory disease of the eye is the largest preventable cause of blindness in the world today, infecting 150 million people and blinding around 6 million in developing countries, especially in Asia and North Africa. The disease has been eradicated in Europe and North America, and in November 1998 an international campaign was announced to fight the disease using antibiotics and improved hygiene (see reference below). Trachoma is caused by the parasitic bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis which grows only within cells of the eyelid. Repeated infections over the years scar the upper eyelid, eventually causing the eyelashes to point inwards, scratch the lens of the eye and in many cases cause blindness. Transmission occurs because of lack personal hygiene. Washing faces and hands, or keeping flies out of eyes, is difficult in hot poor countries. Like this web site? Get the pocket book version with comprehensive index for only $8!

36. Trachoma Rejse Sygdom Vaccination Rejsemedicinsk Rådgivning Traveldoctoronline Sygdomme. trachoma. trachoma er en kronisk infektion af øjet. Undgå trachomaved God hygiejne; Benyt rene lommetørklæder til at rense øjenomgivelserne; http://www.traveldoctoronline.net/sygdom/trachom.htm

Sygdomme Trachoma Trachoma er en kronisk infektion af øjet. Det er stadig en betydelig årsag til blindhed. Man mener at sygdommen har forårsaget blindhed hos mere end 20 mill. mennesker. Sygdommen som er forårsaget af en bestemt gruppe af chlamydia, forekommer i det væsentligste i Nordafrika, Afrika syd for Sahara, Mellemøsten. Sygdommen smitter fra øje til øje via hænder, lommetørklæder og fluer, og kønsorganer til øjne ved oralt samleje. Manifestation: Sygdommen ytrer sig som en øjenbetændelse, som i første fase ikke adskiller sig fra andre øjenbetændelser. Som sygdommen skrider frem sker der ar dannelse af slimhinderne og hornhinden. Øjenlåget påvirkes. Der sker destruktion af tårekirtlerne og der hornhinden er præget af bakterielt inficerede sår. Diagnose og behandling : Sygdommen diagnostiseres ved mikroskopi eller dyrkning. Behandling med antibiotika er mulig. Ved kroniske tilstanden kan der blive behov for kirurgisk behandling. Undgå trachoma ved: God hygiejne Benyt rene lommetørklæder til at rense øjenomgivelserne Undgå at fluer sætter sig i ansigtet Undgå oralt samleje.

37. Trachoma Traveller's Health Prevention Against Diseases Abroad; Vaccination, Dis trachoma description occurrence, manifestations, diagnose and treatment,prevention of the disease. Diseases. trachoma. trachoma http://www.traveldoctoronline.net/diseases/trachoma.htm

Diseases Trachoma Trachoma is a chronic follicular conjunctivitis that leads to scarring in the conjunctiva and cornea. The disease is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis WHO estimates that approximately 6 million cases of blindness due to trachoma and 11 million cases of trichiasis occur yearly. Transmission is primary from person-to-person by ocular and respiratory secretions. Secondary: insect vectors such as house flies. Third from transmission by oral sexual practices. Manifestation: Diagnose and treatment: Diagnose is verified by demonstrating the agent. Treatment with antibiotics is available. Prevent trachoma by: Good hygiene Do not use handkerchiefs for eye care Avoid contact with flies in the face Refrain from oral sex. To top Back to list of diseases Home Show map ... webmaster The contents within traveldoctoronline are presented only for informational purposes and cannot substitute for professional health care or any other medical treatment.All users of this website with health problems should be oblige always to consult their medical doctor before starting any treatment.

38. Trachoma trachoma. Dr. Sanjay Dhawan. Go Back. Definition. Opacification of cornea. Classificationof trachoma. McCallan (1908). Stage I Incipient trachoma (Infiltration). http://sdhawan.com/ophthalmology/trachoma.html

Trachoma Dr. Sanjay Dhawan Go Back Definition A specific communicable keratoconjunctivitis usually of chronic evolution caused by the chlamydia trachomatis, primarily affecting the superficial epithelium, characterized by formation of follicles, papillary hyperplasia and pannus, the natural reolution of which is by cicatrization involving potentially considerable visual disability. (Duke-Elder) It means rough (Greek) Epidemiology Worldwide 500 million affected 2 million are blind 15.5 % of global blindness Nepal 6.5 % (1 million) of population affected 2.4 % of blindness Disease Characteristics Poverty, dirt, flies, poor sanitation, etc. Transmission by direct inoculation by finger, flies and fomites. Prevalence a fly population in a region Age commonest in childhood Reservoir of infection children with active disease Clamydia trachomatis Pathology Primary epithelial lesion of conjunctiva and cornea Chronic inflammation characterized by papillary hypertrophy of epithelium and lymphoid infiltration of subepithelial tissue. Follicle May be large (upto 5 mm) Central necrosis ® mature (Sago grain) ® cicatrization Many follicles may coalesce ® Folliculoma of Pascheff Papillae Epithelium undergoes hypertrophy and is thrown in folds to form papillae.

39. JAMA -- Page Not Found Safe From trachoma Author Information Rebecca Voelker A leading drugmanufacturer has joined forces with a philanthropic foundation http://jama.ama-assn.org/issues/v281n2/ffull/jwm80010-3.html

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40. Trachoma CMA's trachoma Program in South Sudan. trachoma is a dreadful eye disease that isspread by flies, and it can cause blindness if it is not treated in time. http://cmaid.org/trachoma.htm

Christian Mission Aid CMA Home Page Medical Projects Children's Ministries ... Information Search CMA's Trachoma Program in South Sudan CMA has worked in the Upper Nile region of South Sudan since 1993, in an attempt to provide health care services to the displaced people. In 1999 we did a rapid survey in this region, which revealed that 40 - 50% of the people aged over 5 years living in the Upper Nile, have had Trachoma at one stage in their lives. Trachoma is a dreadful eye disease that is spread by flies, and it can cause blindness if it is not treated in time. We soon realized there was a need for a program, that would help us treat many of the eye diseases the people were suffering from. So we were very happy when the Carter Center Global 2000 initiative agreed to sponsor the CMA Trachoma Control Program . We are so amazed to see how much the program has continued to grow by reaching thousands of people, and helping to restore their eyesight. The great support we receive from other partners like CBM (Christian Blind Mission), and MAF, has greatly enabled the Trachoma project to take off and achieve its the objectives. A situation that could have been avoided: his wife leads a Sudanese man blinded by Trachoma with a stick. Once they are blind, the people are

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