Trachoma is the major cause of in the world
Trachoma is caused by a micro-organism with features of a and a
The first sign of trachoma is
Trachoma is a disease
of poor hygiene
transmitted via body fluids
of soil contact
of water contact
In the later, non-infectious stages of trachoma, the eyelashes turn inward to rub on the eye (a condition called ), which leads to scarring and finally
Diagnosis of trachoma is usually done on grounds, but can be confirmed by taking scrapings from the inside of the eyelid
Trachoma transmission is encouraged by close and conditions
Trachoma is transmitted by flies or from child to child
Trachoma is communicable as long as are present. When treatment starts, the infectivity ceases after 2-3
Trachoma is mainly found in wet/humid regions
Trachoma is mainly found in
Europe
South America
Africa
Central America
The Western Pacific
Desert-like regions of Asia
In endemic areas, trachoma affects 80 to 90% of this group
HIV positives
The elderly
Pregnant women
Children under the age of 3
Short term preventive measures against trachoma are 1) 2) 3)
Long-term preventive measures include improving and providing supplies
Trachoma should be treated with antibiotics and blindness can be prevented through a simple
Trachoma surveillance is most easily done in
The incubation period of trachoma is
5-12 days
1-3 days
1-2 weeks
2-3 weeks
