2026-05-15T12:07:00
Phlyctenular Keratoconjunctivitis: When Small Inflammatory Nodules Develop on the Eye •Phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis is an inflammatory eye condition caused by a hypersensitivity reaction, usually to bacterial proteins such as *Staphylococcus*.• It affects the conjunctiva and sometimes the cornea.•Symptoms include redness, watering, irritation, light sensitivity, foreign body sensation, and small raised nodules near the edge of the cornea or conjunctiva. •If the cornea is involved, it may cause pain and blurred vision.•The condition is more common in children and young adults and may be associated with poor eyelid hygiene or chronic Blepharitis.•Treatment includes improving eyelid hygiene, lubricating eye drops, antibiotics if needed, and anti-inflammatory medications to reduce irritation. •Early treatment helps prevent corneal complications and scarring.•At Paavai Eye & Skin Care Hospital, Salem, we provide comprehensive diagnosis and effective treatment for inflammatory eye conditions to ensure comfort and protect vision.#PhlyctenularKeratoconjunctivitis #EyeInflammation #EyeCare #HealthyEyes 👁️