Aug 29, 2022 · SPK is one of the most common findings in someone with dry eye syndrome. Symptoms of dry eye include a burning sensation, a feeling that something is in the eye, blurry …

Superficial punctate keratitis is an eye disorder caused by death of small groups of cells on the surface of the cornea (the clear layer in front of the iris and pupil). The eyes become red, …

Mar 16, 2025 · Corneal SPK, or superficial punctate keratitis, is a condition characterized by the presence of small, pinpoint-like erosions on the surface of the cornea. Common causes of …

Apr 20, 2024 · Superficial punctate keratitis (SPK) is a condition that affects the outermost layer of the cornea, causing discomfort and vision disturbances. Fortunately, there are several …

May 13, 2024 · Superficial punctate keratitis (SPK) is the characteristic finding in Thygeson's Disease where the upper layers of the cornea are inflamed. An ophthalmologist may see small …

Apr 20, 2024 · SPK can be caused by various factors, including dry eyes, exposure to certain environmental irritants, contact lens wear, and certain systemic diseases. When it is related to …

Mar 29, 2017 · Superficial Punctate Keratitis means that the surface of the Cornea is so dry from Inflammation (-itis…thus keratitis: -kera means Cornea), that the Cornea’s surface epithelial …

Jan 3, 2023 · Thygeson’s Superficial Punctate Keratitis tspk is a chronic eye disorder first described by Phillips Thygeson in 1950. This condition is characterized by small, raised oval …

Neurotrophic keratitis is a problem with the surface of the eye resulting from a decrease in corneal sensitivity caused by damage to the corneal nerves, or the nerves surrounding and supplying …

Jan 15, 2024 · Severe dry eye, as indicated by the significant patchy yellow fluorescein staining throughout the front surface of the cornea. This appearance of corneal dryness is called …