what is Xerophthalmia and how to reduce it?
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☞. REQUIRED ANSWER :- Vitamin A supplementation is the immediate treatment for xerophthalmia. Vitamin A can be taken by mouth or injected. The dose varies according to your age and general health condition. In more advanced cases where the cornea is damaged, you may receive antibiotics to prevent secondary infections.
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What is the Xerophthalmia?
Xerophthalmia refers to the constellation of ocular signs and symptoms associated with Vitamin A deficiency.[1] It includes conjunctival and corneal xerosis, Bitot's spots, keratomalacia, nyctalopia, and retinopathy.
Vitamin A supplementation is the immediate treatment for xerophthalmia. Vitamin A can be taken by mouth or injected. The dose varies according to your age and general health condition. In more advanced cases where the cornea is damaged, you may receive antibiotics to prevent secondary infections.