Renu FAQs

• Q: What is Fusarium keratitis?
  A: Fusarium keratitis is a serious fungal infection of the cornea; the clear, round dome that covers the iris and pupil of the eye. It can cause serious and permanent … More
• Q: How can I tell if I have Fusarium keratitis?
  A: You probably can’t. Even your eye doctor will probably have some difficulty in diagnosing it without laboratory tests. More
• Q: What are the symptoms of Fusarium keratitis?
  A: While the symptoms may vary from one person to another, they usually include: • Sudden blurry vision • Unusual redness of the eye • Pain … More
• Q: How does one get Fusarium keratitis?
  A: Under ordinary circumstances, Fusarium infections are rare and are triggered by a variety of causes, including trauma (especially when plant material gets into the … More
• Q: How many cases of Fusarium keratitis have been reported since the outbreak began?
  A: As of May 9, 2006, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) had received reports of 106 confirmed cases. Cases have been confirmed in Arkansas, Arizona, … More
• Q: What is the proper treatment for Fusarium keratitis?
  A: Typically, the infection is treated with topical and oral antifungal medications, but it is not successful with all patients. Sometimes eye surgery is required, and … More
• Q: What is the proper treatment for Fusarium keratitis?
  A: Typically, the infection is treated with topical and oral antifungal medications, but it is not successful with all patients. Sometimes eye surgery is required, and … More
• Q: How can fungal keratitis infections be prevented?
  A: The risk of infection can be substantially reduced by safe handling, storage and cleaning of contact lenses and, of course, by avoiding the use of ReNu with … More
• Q: I think I have an eye infection. What should I do?
  A: If you think you have an eye infection, you should schedule an appointment with an ophthalmologist immediately. If you do have Fusarium keratitis, early diagnosis and … More
• Q: What financial compensation can I recover in a pharmaceutical product liability claim?
  A: Those injured by unsafe products are ordinarily entitled to recover monetary damages for all losses and expenses suffered from use of the product. Depending upon the … More