Fusarium keratitis Eye Infection Symptoms - Bausch & Lomb
ReNu with MoistureLoc May Be A Cause - CDC Investigating - Discard
Immediately
May 21st 2006
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It appears the outbreak of the Fusarium keratitis infection outbreak may
be from the used Bausch & Lomb Inc.'s newest lens cleaner, ReNu with
MoistureLoc. The Centers for Disease Control released a report Friday
that confirms Bausch & Lomb’s explanation that an ingredient unique to
their cleaning solution can inadvertently prevent proper disinfection of
contact lenses in instances of poor hygiene.
The CDC reports that out of the 130 confirmed cases, 125 reported
wearing contact lenses and 118 were able to identify which contact lens
solution(s) they had used during the month before onset of infection.
The CDC says that 64% reported using Bausch & Lomb's ReNu with
MoistureLoc alone, while 12% said they used it with another product.
The report says that only 7% used another unspecified Bausch & Lomb
solution, and 18% reported using only products other than MoistureLoc,
from various manufacturers.
On April 13th Bausch & Lomb withdrew this product from the
market in the United States. On May 15th B&L removed the
contact lens solution from the worldwide market. The report says
“Contact lens wearers should immediately discontinue use of this
solution and consult an eye-care professional regarding use of an
appropriate alternative product for cleaning or disinfecting lenses.”
The infection is caused by a microbial keratitis. Symptoms of keratits
include redness, pain, tearing, blurred vision, a discharge, swelling or
an increased sensitivity to light, you should seek medical attention
immediately. Authorities advice that you seek the attention of a
ophthalmologist, as opposed to an optometrist.
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