Chapter·OphthalmologyDiseases of the Cornea

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1

Which of the following statements is true regarding fungal corneal ulcers?

AImmunosuppressant therapy increases vulnerability to fungal infections.

BAspergillus and Fusarium are common organisms causing fungal corneal ulcers.

CMicrobiological confirmation is ideal before starting antifungal treatment but may not always be mandatory.

DSymptoms are more prominent than signs in patients with fungal corneal ulcers

2

Satellite nodules are typically associated with which of the following conditions?

ATuberculosis

BSarcoidosis

CViral ulcer

DFungal corneal ulcer

3

Which organism can penetrate corneal endothelium?

AStaphylococcus Aureus

BHaemophilus influenzae

CAspergillus fumigatus

DNeisseria gonorrhoeae

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