41. Disease Directory : Eye Disorders : Trachoma AllRefer Health trachoma (Egyptian Ophthalmia, Granular Patients See Clinical Research Studies currently enrolling patients for trachoma. http://www.diseasedirectory.net/Eye_Disorders/Trachoma/default.aspx

Wednesday, June 02, 2004 Eye Disorders Amblyopia Aniridia Blindness ... Eye Disorders : Trachoma AllRefer Health - Trachoma (Egyptian Ophthalmia, Granular ... - Trachoma (Egyptian Ophthalmia, Granular Conjunctivitis) information center covers causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, incidence, risk factors BioSpace : CCIS : Search Results for Indication = 'Trachoma' - 5 Search Results for Indication = 'Trachoma'. Patients: See Clinical Research Studies currently enrolling patients for Trachoma. View as worksheet. Caring for Community: International Trachoma Initiative DBMD - Trachoma - Technical Information - Trachoma. Clinical Features, Trachoma is a chronic follicular conjunctivitis that leads to scarring in the conjunctiva and cornea. eMedicine - Trachoma : Article by Denise Mabey, FRCOphth, MBBS - Trachoma - Trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness and preventable blindness globally. This disease is the leading eMJA: Taylor, Trachoma in Australia - Indigenous Health Trachoma in Australia. Hugh R Taylor. Australia is the only developed country in the world where blinding trachoma still exists. Encyclopaedia Topic : Trachoma, Section : Introduction

42. Encyclopaedia Topic : Trachoma, Section : Introduction NHS Direct Online Health Encyclopaedia. trachoma. Search. Help. Introduction. trachoma is an eye infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/en.asp?TopicID=457

43. Trachoma . trachoma is a major cause of blindness in the world. It is found in......MAIN SEARCH INDEX. trachoma. corneas of the eyes. http://www.ehendrick.org/healthy/001382.htm

MAIN SEARCH INDEX Trachoma Definition Description Causes and symptoms Diagnosis ... Resources Definition Trachoma, which is also called granular conjunctivitis or Egyptian ophthalmia, is a contagious, chronic inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eyes, caused by Chlamydia trachomatis . It is characterized by swelling of the eyelids, sensitivity to light, and eventual scarring of the conjunctivae and corneas of the eyes. Description Trachoma is a major cause of blindness in the world. It is found in the Far East, as well as countries with desert climates. In the United States, it is most common among certain Native Americans and in parts of Appalachia. The infection is highly contagious in its early stages. Blindness results from recurrent untreated infections. The conjunctiva is the clear mucous membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and covers the white part (sclera) of the eye. Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva. Causes and symptoms Trachoma is caused by C. trachomatis , a parasitic organism closely related to bacteria. It is transmitted by insects, by hand-to-eye contact, or by the sharing of infected handkerchiefs or towels. The incubation period is about a week. The early symptoms of trachoma include the development of follicles (small sacs) on the conjunctivae of the upper eyelids

44. Eye Care trachoma. The word trachoma is derived from the Greek word rough . It is an the eyes. trachoma is a major cause of blindness. It http://www.eyecareindia.com/subcontents.asp?subcontentid=101§ionid=5

45. Pfizer | Caring For Community: International Trachoma Initiative International trachoma Initiative. Home Caring for Community International trachoma Initiative. trachoma. It was the reason that http://www.pfizer.com/subsites/philanthropy/caring/global.health.trachoma.html

Sitemap Privacy Global HIV/AIDS Partnerships ... Community Health International Trachoma Initiative Home Caring for Community Trachoma . It was the reason that many people were turned away from Ellis Island on their journey to America a century ago. Through public health measures, the disease was defeated in the United States. However, Trachoma remains a devastating scourge in many developing countries. Today, almost six million people worldwide have already gone blind from this easily transmittable disease, and an estimated 150 million are in need of treatment to avoid suffering the same fate. Women are blinded two to three times more often than men, probably due to their close contact with young children, who are very susceptible to the disease. Although trachoma is preventable and treatable, the resources to fight the disease have not always been available. However, there is now real cause for hope that blinding trachoma can be controlled and some day eliminated as a public health threat, thanks to the unique partnership between Pfizer and the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation. The International Trachoma Initiative uses an innovative plan developed by the World Health Organization called the SAFE strategy . SAFE combines curative medicine, community-based public health approaches and educational tools into a simple, easy-to-follow procedure. A critical component of the strategy's success is the use and availability of Pfizer's antibiotic, Zithromax. For the first time, patients can take a single-dose oral treatment for trachoma

46. Pfizer | Access To Medicines: International Trachoma Initiative International trachoma Initiative. Home Access to Medicines International Programs International trachoma Initiative. trachoma. http://www.pfizer.com/subsites/philanthropy/access/intl.programs.trachoma.html

Sitemap Privacy Diflucan Partnership Program ... International Trachoma Initiative International Trachoma Initiative Home Access to Medicines International Programs Trachoma. Almost six million people worldwide have already gone blind from this easily transmittable disease, and an estimated 150 million are in need of treatment to avoid suffering the same fate. Women are blinded two to three times more often than men, probably due to their close contact with young children, who are very susceptible to the disease. Although trachoma is preventable and treatable, the resources to fight the disease have not always been available. However, there is now real cause for hope that blinding trachoma can be controlled and some day eliminated, thanks to the unique partnership between Pfizer and the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation. The International Trachoma Initiative uses an innovative plan developed by the World Health Organization called the SAFE strategy . SAFE combines curative medicine, community-based public health approaches and educational tools into a simple, easy-to-follow procedure. A critical component of the strategy's success is the use and availability of Zithromax. For the first time, patients can take a single-dose oral treatment for trachoma a radical advance from the previous regime of daily applications of antibiotic eye ointment over a full six-week period. Bacteria cause trachoma, but poverty and lack of access to health care, clean water, and sanitation help to accelerate its rapid spread. This can lead to the devastation of entire communities as well as families. For example, if a woman goes blind due to trachoma, her daughters may be pulled out of school to help care for older relatives, younger siblings, farm animals, and crops. Not only does this greatly limit the family's future opportunities, but it also helps perpetuate a cycle of poverty that can continue for generations.

47. Trachoma . trachoma is a major cause of blindness in the world. It is found in the Far East, as well as countries with desert climates....... trachoma. Definition. http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/trachoma.html

Encyclopedia Index T Home Encyclopedia Encyclopedia Index T Trachoma Definition Trachoma, which is also called granular conjunctivitis or Egyptian ophthalmia, is a contagious, chronic inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eyes, caused by Chlamydia trachomatis . It is characterized by swelling of the eyelids, sensitivity to light, and eventual scarring of the conjunctivae and corneas of the eyes. Description Trachoma is a major cause of blindness in the world. It is found in the Far East, as well as countries with desert climates. In the United States, it is most common among certain Native Americans and in parts of Appalachia. The infection is highly contagious in its early stages. Blindness results from recurrent untreated infections. The conjunctiva is the clear mucous membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and covers the white part (sclera) of the eye. Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva. Causes and symptoms Trachoma is caused by C. trachomatis , a parasitic organism closely related to bacteria. It is transmitted by insects, by hand-to-eye contact, or by the sharing of infected handkerchiefs or towels. The incubation period is about a week. The early symptoms of trachoma include the development of follicles (small sacs) on the conjunctivae of the upper eyelids

48. Photo Galleries Images of trachoma control in Sudan by intervening with preventative treatment, surgical treatment, improvement of environmental sanitation, and heath education http://www.markpelletierphotography.com/Trachoma page.htm

Trachoma At right a women blinded for life from Trachoma, a completely preventable disease non existent in industrialized nations Disease Surveys Surgery Environment Eye Exams Health Education Antibiotic Treatment Face Washing Latrines Malakal Sudan Malakal Sudan Malakal Sudan Malakal Sudan ... Back to work Images

49. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Trachoma General Health Encyclopedia, trachoma. Causes, incidence, and risk factors trachoma is caused by infection with the organism Chlamydia trachomatis. http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/001486.cfm

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50. Bmj.com Mabey And Fraser-Hurt 323 (7306): 218 Clinical review. Extracts from Clinical Evidence trachoma. Interventions to prevent scarring trachoma by reducing active trachoma http://bmj.com/cgi/content/full/323/7306/218

Home Help Search/Archive Feedback ... Respond to this article PubMed citation Related articles in PubMed Download to Citation Manager This article has been cited by other articles Citation Map Search Medline for articles by: Mabey, D. Fraser-Hurt, N. Alert me when: New articles cite this article Collections under which this article appears: Ophthalmology Other evidence based practice BMJ 2001;323:218-221 ( 28 July ) Clinical review Extracts from "Clinical Evidence" Trachoma Denise Mabey consultant ophthalmologist a Nicole Fraser-Hurt epidemiologist b a Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital Trust, London SE1 9RT, b Epiconsult Ltd, Nhlangano, Swaziland Correspondence to: D Mabey Background Top Background Methods References Definition Active trachoma is chronic inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by infection with Chlamydia trachomatis The World Health Organization's classification for acute trachoma defines mild trachoma (grade TF) as the presence of five or more follicles in the upper tarsal conjunctiva of at least 0.5 mm diameter. Severe trachoma (grade TI) is defined as pronounced inflammatory thickening of the upper tarsal conjunctiva that obscures more than half of the normal deep vessels. Repeated infection causes

51. Trachoma trachoma, www.Studenthealth.co.uk. trachoma is the second commonest cause of blindness worldwide, affecting an estimated 150 million people, mostly children. http://www.studenthealth.co.uk/leaflets/Trachoma.htm

Trachoma www.Studenthealth.co.uk Trachoma is the second commonest cause of blindness worldwide, affecting an estimated 150 million people, mostly children. It is an infection caused by the organism Chlamydia trachomatis which affects the conjunctiva (the covering of the front of the eye). The infection causes damage and subsequent scarring. Trachoma occurs in impoverished areas of the world and is probably associated with close personal contact, and may also be related to facial contact with flies. The incidence of disease may be reduced by paying attention to hygiene (such as face washing) and by early recognition and treatment of the disease. For further information see the clinical review article in the BMJ ( http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/323/7306/218) Dr. C Watson Reviewed 13 Jan 2004 Click it better with StudentHealth.co.uk Information provided on this site is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and his/her existing physician. If you are in any way concerned about your health always consult your own medical advisor. StudentHealth.co.uk cannot be held responsible or liable for incidental, consequential or

52. Trachoma - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medical Terms trachoma A chronic inflammatory eye disease due to infection with a bacterium called Chlamydia trachomatis. trachoma results in http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=11991

53. Trachoma - Topics In International Health CD-ROM Series 4 interactive tutorials provide an introduction to the diagnosis, control, prevention and treatment of trachoma. trachoma Products Services trachoma. http://www.cabi-publishing.org/AllOtherProducts.asp?SubjectArea=&PID=418

54. Trachoma Traveller's Health Prevention Against Diseases Abroad; Vaccination, Dis trachoma description occurrence, manifestations, diagnose and treatment, prevention of the disease. Diseases. trachoma. trachoma http://www.traveldoctoronline.net/diseases/trachoma.htm

Diseases Trachoma Trachoma is a chronic follicular conjunctivitis that leads to scarring in the conjunctiva and cornea. The disease is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis WHO estimates that approximately 6 million cases of blindness due to trachoma and 11 million cases of trichiasis occur yearly. Transmission is primary from person-to-person by ocular and respiratory secretions. Secondary: insect vectors such as house flies. Third from transmission by oral sexual practices. Manifestation: Diagnose and treatment: Diagnose is verified by demonstrating the agent. Treatment with antibiotics is available. Prevent trachoma by: Good hygiene Do not use handkerchiefs for eye care Avoid contact with flies in the face Refrain from oral sex. To top Back to list of diseases Home Show map ... webmaster The contents within traveldoctoronline are presented only for informational purposes and cannot substitute for professional health care or any other medical treatment.All users of this website with health problems should be oblige always to consult their medical doctor before starting any treatment.

55. Trachoma Rejse Sygdom Vaccination Rejsemedicinsk Rådgivning Traveldoctoronline Sygdomme. trachoma. trachoma er en kronisk infektion af øjet. Det er stadig en betydelig årsag til blindhed. Undgå trachoma ved http://www.traveldoctoronline.net/sygdom/trachom.htm

Sygdomme Trachoma Trachoma er en kronisk infektion af øjet. Det er stadig en betydelig årsag til blindhed. Man mener at sygdommen har forårsaget blindhed hos mere end 20 mill. mennesker. Sygdommen som er forårsaget af en bestemt gruppe af chlamydia, forekommer i det væsentligste i Nordafrika, Afrika syd for Sahara, Mellemøsten. Sygdommen smitter fra øje til øje via hænder, lommetørklæder og fluer, og kønsorganer til øjne ved oralt samleje. Manifestation: Sygdommen ytrer sig som en øjenbetændelse, som i første fase ikke adskiller sig fra andre øjenbetændelser. Som sygdommen skrider frem sker der ar dannelse af slimhinderne og hornhinden. Øjenlåget påvirkes. Der sker destruktion af tårekirtlerne og der hornhinden er præget af bakterielt inficerede sår. Diagnose og behandling : Sygdommen diagnostiseres ved mikroskopi eller dyrkning. Behandling med antibiotika er mulig. Ved kroniske tilstanden kan der blive behov for kirurgisk behandling. Undgå trachoma ved: God hygiejne Benyt rene lommetørklæder til at rense øjenomgivelserne Undgå at fluer sætter sig i ansigtet Undgå oralt samleje.

56. Antibiotics For Trachoma (Cochrane Review) All rights reserved. Antibiotics for trachoma (Cochrane Review). Background trachoma is the world s leading cause of preventable blindness. http://www.update-software.com/abstracts/AB001860.htm

From The Cochrane Library, Issue 2, 2004 Antibiotics for trachoma (Cochrane Review) Mabey D, Fraser-Hurt N ABSTRACT Order full review View and/or submit comments What's new in this issue Search abstracts ... Browse by Review Group A substantive amendment to this systematic review was last made on 26 November 2001. Cochrane reviews are regularly checked and updated if necessary. Background: Trachoma is the world's leading cause of preventable blindness. In 1997 the World Health Organization launched an initiative on trachoma control based on the 'SAFE' strategy (surgery, antibiotics, facial cleanliness and environmental improvement). Objectives: The aim of this review is to assess the evidence supporting the antibiotic arm of the SAFE strategy by assessing the effects of antibiotics on both active trachoma (primary objective) and on Chlamydia trachomatis infection of the conjunctiva (secondary objective). Search strategy: We searched The Cochrane Controlled Trials Register - CENTRAL/CCTR, which contains the Cochrane Eyes and Vision Group specialised register (Cochrane Library Issue 3, 2001), MEDLINE (1966 to August 2001), and EMBASE (1980 to September 2001). We used the Science Citation Index to look for articles that cited the included studies. We searched the reference lists of identified articles and we contacted authors and experts for details of further relevant studies. Selection criteria: We included only randomised trials that satisfied either of two criteria: (a) trials in which topical or oral administration of an antibiotic was compared to placebo or no treatment in people with trachoma, (b) trials in which a topical antibiotic was compared with an oral antibiotic in people with trachoma. A subdivision of particular interest was of trials in which topical tetracycline/chlortetracycline was compared with oral azithromycin, as these are the two World Health Organization recommended treatments.

57. Merriam-Webster Online One entry found for trachoma. For More Information on trachoma go to Britannica.com Get the Top 10 Search Results for trachoma Pronunciation Symbols. http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?book=Dictionary&va=trachoma

58. Trachoma trachoma. What Is It? Who Does It Strike? Untreated trachoma generally occurs in poor countries where people have limited access to clean water and healthcare. http://www.orbis.org/bins/content_page.asp?cid=1-5-41&lang=1

59. TRACHOMA trachoma, the name given to a chronic destructive form of inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye (see EYE Diseases), or granular conjunctivitis (Egyptian http://73.1911encyclopedia.org/T/TR/TRACHOMA.htm

TRACHOMA TRACHOMA , the name given to a chronic destructive form of inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye (see EYE: Diseases), or granular conjunctivitis (Egyptian ophthalmia). It is a contagious disease, associated with dirty conditions, and common in Egypt, Arabia and parts of Europe, especially among the lower class of Jews. Hence it has become important, in connection with the alien immigration into the United Kingdom and America, and the rejection of those who are afflicted with it. It is important that all cases should be isolated, and that the spread of the infection should be prevented. TRACHIS TRACHYTE

60. Trachoma trachoma. How to prevent trachoma and blindness International Eye Foundation trachoma One-page factsheet. trachoma - Brief, technical clinical definition. http://www.ability.org.uk/Trachoma.html

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