Retinitis secondary prevention
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Overview
Secondary prevention strategies following retinitis depend on the underlying cause of infection. Severity of genetic disorders may be lessened through vitamin therapy and reduced sunlight exposure. Meanwhile, prophylactic treatment may be prescribed to stunt the progression of bacterial, fungal, and parasitic variations of retinitis.
Secondary Prevention
Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Secondary prevention includes slowing the progression of the disease. This may be achieved through the implementation of Vitamin A therapies as well as wearing prescription sunglasses in order to prevent exposure to harmful Ultraviolet light. [1]
Cytomegalovirus
- Prophylactic therapy is primarily dependent on antiretroviral therapy (ART).
Tuberculosis
- Further screening and skin testing to to check for progression or presence of tuberculosis.
Fungal Infections
- Regular check ups with primary care physician in order to reduce potential progression of disease.
- Prophylactic treatment in the form of antifungal medication such as fluconazole, voriconazole, and amphotericin B.
Ocular Syphilis
- Prophylactic treatment in the form of antibiotic therapy and consistent check ups.
Toxoplasmosis
- Antimicrobial regimen
References
- ↑ Retinitis Pigmentosa Treatment. American Academy of Ophthalmology. http://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/retinitis-pigmentosa-treatment. Accessed April 19, 2016.