Trachoma is an infectious eye disease and the leading cause of infectious blindness in the world. Globally, 84 million people suffer from active infection and nearly 8 million people are visually impaired as a result of this disease.
Trachoma is a form of inflammation of the conjunctiva (the mucous membranes of the eye) which lasts longer and is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. The infection is spread by direct contact with secretions or feces through the eyes of people with trachoma tools of daily necessities such as towels, cosmetics and others. The disease is highly contagious and usually affects both eyes. If treated quickly, trachoma can be cured completely. However, when late in treatment, trachoma can lead to blindness.
Trachoma is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis and is spread through direct contact with the eyes, nose, and throat were exposed to liquid (containing bacteria) of the index, or contact with inanimate objects, such as towels and / or rags, which had similar contact with these fluids . Flies can also be a route of transmission. If left untreated, repeated trachoma infections can lead to entropion which is a form of permanent blindness and the pain when the eyelids turn inward, as this causes eyelashes to scratch the cornea. Children are most susceptible to infection because of their tendency to easily get dirty, but the effects pengihatan blur and other more severe symptoms are often not felt until adulthood.