What Is Keratitis? When Your Eye’s Clear Window Gets Cloudy

Ever felt like something’s stuck in your eye, only to look in the mirror and see nothing there?
It might be more than just a speck of dust — it could be Keratitis, an inflammation of the cornea (the clear, dome-shaped front layer of your eye).

Why It Happens

Keratitis can be caused by:
✅ Infections — bacterial, viral (like herpes simplex), fungal, or even parasites found in water.
✅ Injury — a scratch from a contact lens or a fingernail.
✅ Dry eyes or allergic reactions that leave the cornea vulnerable.

What You’ll Notice

Redness and pain that doesn’t go away.
Feeling like there’s grit in your eye.
Blurry vision or light sensitivity.
Excess tearing or discharge.

Why It’s Serious

Unlike many mild eye irritations, keratitis can scar the cornea, permanently affecting your vision if not treated quickly. This is why at Enny Eye Care, we never take corneal complaints lightly.

Our skilled team will examine your eye under special microscopes, determine the cause, and start the right treatment to clear the infection — and protect your sight.