CLINICAL PROFILE OF MICROSPORIDIAL KERATITIS AT A TERTIARY EYE CARE CENTER IN BUNDELKHAND REGION

Background: Although rare, microsporidia are sometimes misdiagnosed as the cause of corneal infections. The ubiquitous, obligatory, intracellular parasite is the causal agent. In Asia, the prevalence of microsporidiosis is rising in tandem with the monsoon season. Immunosuppression (HIV infection, topical corticosteroids), contact lens usage, and injuries from water or dirt exposure are risk factors.