Ophthalmia nodosa
Ophthalmia nodosa is a cutaneous condition characterized by inflammation of the eye due to lodging of (for example) caterpillar hairs in the conjunctiva, cornea, or iris.[1][2]
| Ophthalmia nodosa | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Dermatology |
See also
- Bristleworm sting
- List of cutaneous conditions
References
- Rapini, Ronald P.; Bolognia, Jean L.; Jorizzo, Joseph L. (2007). Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. St. Louis: Mosby. ISBN 978-1-4160-2999-1.
- "Answers - the Most Trusted Place for Answering Life's Questions".
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