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I am having keratitis on my left eye!
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See ophthalmologist: Keratitis can be caused by many things, but infectious keratitis can progress rapidly and lead to permanent vision loss. It is important to see an ophthalmologist immediately for diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 1/14/2015
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